Direct Care Worker II

Job Description - Direct Care Worker II (260000W1)

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks a caring and compassionate applicant for the role of DIRECT CARE WORKER II (DCW II). The DCW II position is a shift supervisor that provides oversight and direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities, offering a valuable career foundation for professional growth within DDS.

• Assist individuals in meeting their personal care and nutritional needs.
• Assist and support individuals in making choices in their life.
• Maintain individuals’ rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide leisure activities; may drive individuals to work, appointments, and recreational activities.
• Provide daily supervision and training to Direct Care Worker I staff, ensuring advocacy, respect, and positive regard for individuals.
• As shift supervisor, oversee health and safety, including medication administration.
• Communicate with medical and health care providers regarding health concerns and accompany individuals to appointments as necessary.

• Knowledge of practices and procedures necessary to assure the health and safety of individuals, including evacuation procedures.
• Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate the activities of others.
• Ability to give written or oral instructions clearly and understandably.

Must possess a current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Location:

South Valley West Program, Webster, MA.

Schedule:

2:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

Days Off:
Friday/Saturday.

Shift: Evening, Full‑time.

Number of Openings: 1.

Salary: $51,155.26 – $66,059.24 per year.

The mission of DDS is to create innovative opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities. DDS serves over 43,000 individuals and manages a $3 billion operating budget with approximately 5,500 staff.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:
At least one year of full‑time or equivalent part‑time experience providing direct support services to persons with developmental/intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities. Equivalent experience substitutions are allowed.

Substitution:
An associate’s degree or higher in a human services field (e.g., sociology, special education, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or related field) may substitute for the required experience.

All incumbents must possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license at the class level appropriate to the assignment.

• Criminal background check (CORI) per Executive Office of Health and Human Services regulations.

Qualified candidates will receive a comprehensive benefits package. Position holders must meet the vaccination requirements of Title 101 CMR 23.00: COVID‑19 and influenza vaccinations (or mitigation measures) for State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities.

An Equal Opportunity / Affidantive 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 applicable law.

Questions regarding this requisition can be directed to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1‑800‑510‑4122 Ext. #4.

For technical help with Mass Careers, call the Employee Service Center at 617‑979‑8500.