Seven Hills Foundation

Direct Support Professional I - Intern

Seven Hills Foundation  •  $17/hr  •  Worcester, MA (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

Direct Support Professional - Intern

Provide direct support to individuals served, assisting with personal care activities, fostering independence, and contributing to their overall well-being in a safe and engaging environment.

Pay: $17.00/hour

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

Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized care and support aligned with individual Plans of Care.
  • Assist participants with personal care needs such as dining, toileting, mobility, and transfers.
  • Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to implement positive behavioral supports.
  • Plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate group and individual activities.
  • Ensure a clean, safe, and healthy program environment.
  • Transport participants as assigned, including stepping in to drive when needed.
  • Foster growth and independence by teaching skills, encouraging choices, and respecting individuality.
  • Maintain participant privacy, dignity, and cultural appropriateness in all interactions.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

  • High school diploma/GED/HiSET required.
  • Standard driver’s license (Class C or D).
  • Entry Level position - no experience encouraged to apply!

Skills & Knowledge:

  • Activity planning and recreational skills.
  • Health and safety protocols to ensure participant well-being.
  • Assistance with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and mobility.
  • Team collaboration and strong communication skills.
  • Basic first aid knowledge and the ability to address minor emergencies.

Why Join Us?At the Seven Hills Foundation, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals served while working in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Apply Today!Take the next step in your career and join us as a Direct Support Professional - Intern

Seven Hills Foundation

About Seven Hills Foundation

Seven Hills Foundation promotes and encourages the empowerment of people with disabilities and significant life challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and independence.

Currently offering programming at 190 locations throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Seven Hills Foundation employs more than 4,600 professionals. The Foundation offers a continuum of support and services to more than 28,000 children and adults through 14 Affiliate organizations.

Remember – “To the world you may be one person – but to one person you may be the world” - Be that person at Seven Hills!

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Worcester, Massachusetts
Year Founded
1951
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