Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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$20.00 / hr - $21.00 / hr

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus | Clinton, MA

Are you passionate about helping others and ready to start a rewarding career where every day makes a difference? RFK Community Alliance is looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join our dynamic residential team full-time in Clinton, MA. If you\'re ready to make an impact and grow in a supportive environment — we want to meet you!

Who We Are — RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to care. We work with the people we serve, their families, schools, and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strength, determination, and resilience.

DSPs are the heart of the work we do at RFK Community Alliance

You will work directly with adults facing mental health challenges in a group home setting to support their daily needs, foster independence, and empower them to live their best lives. This role is incredibly rewarding, offering the chance to make a direct impact on someone\'s life every day. Whether it\'s assisting with daily activities, providing emotional support, or helping them achieve their personal goals, as a DSP, you will be an essential part of the support we provide. We believe that the desire to help and support others is the most crucial qualification for this role. We provide full training for all new DSPs, ensuring you have the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel in this position. Whether you have a background in human services or are looking to step into this field for the first time, if you have a passion for helping people, we want to hear from you!

Who We Seek

Caring and compassionate individuals to be a part of our team providing support for individuals with disabilities. Our Adult Program serves individuals 20-50 with developmental disabilities, and cognitive, emotional, medical, and managed psychiatric challenges. Our program design is based on our philosophy of valuing each client and resident\'s right to independence, satisfying work, family ties, and social / community connections.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and 1-year experience are required.
• A Bachelor\'s degree in Human Services or a related field and 1-year of experience is preferred.

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How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, And Grow Together

At RFK Community Alliance we are dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion is designed, not incidental. We value diverse perspectives and experiences at every level and strive to reflect our community. We are committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community.

Why You\'ll Love Us

We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay. We also provide tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to an Employee Assistance Program help support you and your family.

$2,500 Sign-On Incentive

Keywords Direct Support Professional, DSP, Mental Health Worker, Youth Counselor, Direct Care, Group Home, Residential Care, Human Services, Personal Care Assistant, Home Health Aide, Relief Staff, RFK

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