Direct Support Professional II (4493)

Direct Support Professional II (4493)North Reading, MA 01864OverviewSalary Range $21.50 - $23.50 Hourly Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Shift First Shift (Weekends &/or Weekdays) Education Level High School Diploma/GED/HiSET Category DSP & DSP SupervisorsDescriptionDirect Support Professional IIPay: $21.50 awake hours (additional $2.00 differential for active MAP certification); $17.50/asleep hoursSchedule: Sunday 9am-11pm, Monday 9-5pm, Tuesday 9-3pm, Wednesday 9-3pm; Staff meeting every other Thursday 3pm-5pm. 34/hoursSupport Advocate is a direct support professional (DSP) position at Seven Hills Foundation. They act as a caregiver for a wide range of individuals with an intellectual disability, developmental disability, or an acquired brain injury (ABI or TBI). Customer service skills, administrative skills, and compassion for others are all traits of a Support Advocate. Seven Hills has opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay-at-home moms and dads, paraprofessionals, or teachers looking for a new career opportunity. Part-time jobs offer flexible schedules in the healthcare industry. Our full-time benefits, such as reduced tuition on select online Associate's and Bachelor's degree programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and generous retirement match, support a healthy work-life balance. Seven Hills Foundation is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated professionals that celebrate diversity and inclusion. We also provide the stability of being considered essential workers for those Ready to Work. We hope you consider joining our team today!Benefits for Full-time EmployeesHealth Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!Benefits for Part-time EmployeesAccrued Paid Sick TimeEnhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!Personal PTO: (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)Work-Life BalanceGenerous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!Vacation Cash-Out Option3 Paid Personal Days11 Paid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick TimeWhat You'll DoSupport Advocates are responsible for the provision of day-to-day services to our program participants. To assist and/ or teach individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing, toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their best. To assist and/ or teach individuals household maintenance, meal prep and/or shopping, while providing ongoing opportunities for individuals to assume increasing control & responsibility over their daily lives. Support Advocates may also accompany individuals on appointments as well. Administering medications (or supporting them to self-medicate) in accordance with residential guidelines. To follow routines of the individuals including, but not limited to; Behavior Support Plans, personal care, Physical Therapy, etcCommitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own livesVaried interests and personal connections in the local communityProven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history)Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your teamQualificationsHigh school diploma/GED/HiSET requiredStandard driver's license class C or class D1 3 years of related experience