Description
This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts throughout the Brockton MA Area of the Southeastern Region 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 provide outstanding care and service.
The Direct Care Worker role provides programmatic direct care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This is to be accomplished by the provision of an environment consistent with participants' needs in daily living and those skills necessary for community life.
Please Note : Based on assignment, candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials.
For more information on the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) go to :
To visit the DDS Career Page, please visit :
Direct Care Worker I POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING
Brockton Area CITIES & TOWNS :
Abington Braintree Bridgewater Duxbury Easton Hanover Hanson Kingston Pembroke Scituate Stoughton Whitman
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive) :
- 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
Preferred Qualifications :
- 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
Agency Requirements :
- 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
Please Note :
DDS fills this entry-level position on an ongoing basis as staff turnover and new program development occurs. The Department has full and part-time positions available on various shifts.
Many of the positions require working every weekend with two days off in the middle of the week. Applicants must be flexible in work schedule.
This is a 24-hour / 7 days a week staff position. The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
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.
All employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and must have direct deposit.
About the Department of Developmental Services :
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members.
DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports.
The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.
For more information about our agency and programs visit :
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