Direct Care Worker - Metro Boston Continuous

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Direct Care Worker I - Metro Boston - Full and Part Time Positions - Continuous Posting (2500009J)

This is an open and continuous posting for full- and part-time positions on multiple shifts throughout the Metro Boston area of DDS. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of DIRECT CARE WORKER I who are committed to building meaningful relationships and providing outstanding care and service. The Direct Care Worker role provides programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and is aimed at providing an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and community life.

Please Note:
Based on assignment, candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials.

Charlestown | Dorchester | Roslindale | Roxbury | South Boston

• Provide support to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs in accordance with the Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives
• Coordinate with direct supervisor(s) to ensure successful implementation of ISP's, use of appropriate methods, coordination of services and crisis intervention
• Assist and facilitate activities of daily living, such as household maintenance, self-care and hygiene, food shopping and preparation, budgeting, leisure activities and socialization skill development
• Attend individuals' review meetings and accompany them to various appointments; transport individuals to work, recreational activities and other engagements as needed
• Maintain individuals' confidentiality and records; preserve individuals' human rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Capacity to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility
• Aptitude to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language

• Possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Applicants must pass the Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification
• Upon successful completion of a training program, incumbents must obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification

This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, you will be required to report to work. The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need, and to be willing to work every weekend with two days off in the middle of the week.

This is a 24-hour/7 days a week staff position and is paid on a bi-weekly basis with direct deposit.

Annual salary range: $46,861.36 – $59,259.20

An Equal Opportunity /affirmative action employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.

We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in state hospitals and state congregate care facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to their vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / affirmcative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.