Non-MAP Salary: $20.50/hr

Map Certified Salary: 21.50/hr

Direct Support Professional I - Individual Supports

Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation

As a direct support professional, you will provide essential care and support to individuals with a diverse spectrum of abilities and challenges. This may include assisting with daily living activities, promoting social and communication skills, and supporting community engagement. This role will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans that align with each person's goals and needs, while maintaining quality, service excellence and ethical standards.

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Sign-on Bonus: [Insert sign-on bonus details]

Benefits for Full-time employees: 

• Health 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!

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays 
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

• Provide respectful, person-centered support that fosters independence and honors each individual’s unique strengths and preferences

• Deliver individualized care and assistance in the home and community, including implementing daily routines, personal care, and therapy programs

• Support skill-building in daily living, community participation, and social engagement to promote valued roles and inclusion

• Collaborate with clinicians, medical providers, family members, and support teams to ensure holistic and consistent care

• Promote and maintain existing relationships while helping individuals build new connections and community membership

• Accompany individuals to appointments and community outings, ensuring health, safety, and well-being

• Implement ISP/Support Plans as written and document progress through accurate data collection and recordkeeping

• Manage personal funds and assist with shopping, budgeting, and maintaining receipts in accordance with agency guidelines

• Safeguard confidential information and comply with all HIPAA and agency privacy policies

• Maintain communication and strong relationships with family members, guardians, and support staff

• Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and professional development training

• Foster a cooperative, respectful team environment through effective communication and shared responsibility

• Provide on-call coverage approximately once per month and respond to after-hours needs as required

• Follow all organizational policies and assist with basic facility maintenance, including snow and ice removal during winter months

• Perform other duties as assigned by program leadership