Direct Support Professional Collins

Our Residential Home in Danvers is looking for Direct Support Professionals to join its team!

Location: Collins Street Residence Danvers MA

$23.00 to $24.00 per hour $15 Hourly Sleep Rate
Compensation is based on experience qualifications and active MAP and CPR/First Aid certifications.

Our residential home in Danvers is seeking compassionate reliable and dedicated Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living meaningful and fulfilling lives.

The residents at our Collins Street home in Danvers are an active group who enjoy attending local sporting events going to the movies and spending time together playing games at home. During the summer months residents enjoy cookouts and relaxing in the backyard. The home is conveniently located near Liberty Tree Mall Northshore Mall and public transportation.

Residents require support with daily living activities meal preparation community engagement and personal care.

As a Direct Support Professional you will provide quality supports that promote independence personal growth and community inclusion. You will assist individuals in achieving their goals while ensuring their health safety and overall well-being.

• Provide direct care and support to meet individuals clinical social and daily living needs.
• Assist with personal care including bathing grooming transferring and other individualized support needs.
• Support meal preparation household activities and recreational opportunities.
• Facilitate meaningful community experiences that encourage skill development relationship building and independence.
• Administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations and Northeast Arc policies.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments hospital visits and community outings as needed.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation including communication logs health records daily data collection and safety reports.
• Maintain a safe supportive and respectful environment for all individuals served.

• CPR/First Aid and MAP Certification required.
• Valid Massachusetts drivers license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers mobility support and other physical activities.
• Ability to stand walk bend and provide physical intervention when necessary.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to person-centered supports.

Make a difference every day while supporting individuals to live work and thrive in their communities. Join a team that values compassion inclusion respect and professional growth.

Northeast Arc changes lives for people with disabilities and we want you to join us! We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to work within our group homes located throughout the North Shore. Direct support professionals help the individuals we serve live inclusive and independent lives in their homes and community.