Direct Care Worker II

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is announcing the availability of a full-time Direct Care Worker II (Developmental Services Worker II) position located in Mattapoisett, MA for the Southeastern Residential Services. The Direct Care Worker II provides direct care services and supports to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities who live in a residential home setting. 

 Duties and Responsibilities: (The duties stated are a general summary and not all inclusive.)  

• Assist with implementation of habilitative, behavioral and recreational programs.
• Perform crisis intervention when necessary.
• Monitor DSW I staff to ensure that they are acting as advocates demonstrating respect and positive regard for the individuals.
• Attend review meetings, maintain and protect confidential records.
• Transport individuals to work, appointments and recreational outings.
• Dispense medications in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Help individuals’ make choices in their lives; meet personal care and nutritional needs.
• Guarantee policies, procedures and services are followed and provided throughout the tour of duty.
• Complete cooking, housekeeping and yard work duties as required. 

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to acquire working knowledge of the issues and services of people with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to acquire working knowledge of first aid, CPR and medication administration.
• Working knowledge of household operations.
• Ability to work with other staff who support individuals.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the people being supported and their families.
• Ability to read and write basic English effectively.
• Ability to communicate oral and/or gestural instructions.
• Ability to plan, assign and coordinate the activities of others.
• Ability to evaluate the work of others
• High school diploma preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationships with staff and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Capability to assist/lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility
• Ability to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language  

Agency Requirements:

• Applicants must pass the Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification
• After successfully completing a training program, the selected candidate must acquire and maintain: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification

Please Note:  

This position is located in the Southeast Residential Services program in Mattapoisett, MA. 

Schedule Information:

Full-time 40-hour position 

Working 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Days off - Friday & Saturday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program.