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Direct Support Professional – The United Arc, headquartered in Turners Falls, Massachusetts, which provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden, Worcester and Berkshire Counties of Massachusetts, is seeking dynamic and team-oriented individuals to provide services for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in individual’s own homes. Staff in these positions will assist the individuals we serve to have as much control as possible over his/her home, provide assistance in various areas including health maintenance, money management, shopping, cooking, ADL skills, socialization, establishing meaningful relationships and community involvement.
Minimum Qualifications –
High school diploma / GED
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Acceptable driving record, valid driver’s license, and access to a reliable vehicle to transport individuals
Acceptable CORI and background fingerprinting check required.
The United Arc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Women and Minorities encouraged to apply.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: starts at $17.00 per hour. Pay increase with experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person