Seven Hills Foundation
Direct Support Professional II - Awake Overnight
Seven Hills Foundation, Plympton, Massachusetts, us, 02367
Direct Support Professional II - Awake Overnight
Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation
Overview This role provides direct support or services with a higher level of skill or experience, contributing to our service recipients' care and support while maintaining quality, service excellence and ethical standards. This role may train or supervise direct support employees and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans that align with each person's goals and needs.
Pay: $20.50/hr awake hours (additional $1/hr differential for active MAP certification).
Seven Hills offers opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay‑at‑home parents, paraprofessionals, or teachers seeking a new career opportunity. Our part‑time jobs offer flexible schedules in the healthcare industry.
Full‑time benefits include reduced tuition on select online Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and a generous retirement match to support a healthy work‑life balance.
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, and limited employer contribution.
Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships.
Tuition Assistance: reimbursed or prepaid college coursework.
Home Mortgage Initiative: favorable down payment (3‑5%) and reduced closing costs co‑paid by Seven Hills.
Work‑Life Balance
Generous accrued paid vacation: 3 weeks in first year.
Vacation cash‑out option.
3 paid personal days.
11 paid holidays.Accrued paid sick time.
Responsibilities Support Advocates are responsible for the provision of day‑to‑day services to our program participants. This includes assisting and/or teaching individuals at varying levels of personal care such as bathing, toileting, teeth brushing, etc., to ensure they always look and feel their best. They also help with household maintenance, meal preparation, and/or shopping, providing opportunities for individuals to assume increasing control and responsibility over their daily lives. Support Advocates may accompany individuals on appointments. They administer medications (or support self‑medication) in accordance with residential guidelines and follow routines including behavior support plans, personal care, physical therapy, etc. Support Advocates receive a paid 5‑day new employee orientation and training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and the Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program‑specific training at the work site.
Required Qualifications
18+ years old.
High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
1‑3 years of related experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
CPR/First Aid and MAP certification required (paid training provided if needed).
Preferred Qualifications
Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your team.
Contact Thank you for your interest in Seven Hills Foundation! We value every applicant. If you experience any difficulty applying or need assistance, please call the main office at 508‑755‑2340.
About Us You can also view a video overview of our work: https://vimeo.com/344648526
Seven Hills Foundation promotes and encourages the empowerment of people with significant challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well‑being and independence.
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Overview This role provides direct support or services with a higher level of skill or experience, contributing to our service recipients' care and support while maintaining quality, service excellence and ethical standards. This role may train or supervise direct support employees and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans that align with each person's goals and needs.
Pay: $20.50/hr awake hours (additional $1/hr differential for active MAP certification).
Seven Hills offers opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay‑at‑home parents, paraprofessionals, or teachers seeking a new career opportunity. Our part‑time jobs offer flexible schedules in the healthcare industry.
Full‑time benefits include reduced tuition on select online Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and a generous retirement match to support a healthy work‑life balance.
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, and limited employer contribution.
Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships.
Tuition Assistance: reimbursed or prepaid college coursework.
Home Mortgage Initiative: favorable down payment (3‑5%) and reduced closing costs co‑paid by Seven Hills.
Work‑Life Balance
Generous accrued paid vacation: 3 weeks in first year.
Vacation cash‑out option.
3 paid personal days.
11 paid holidays.Accrued paid sick time.
Responsibilities Support Advocates are responsible for the provision of day‑to‑day services to our program participants. This includes assisting and/or teaching individuals at varying levels of personal care such as bathing, toileting, teeth brushing, etc., to ensure they always look and feel their best. They also help with household maintenance, meal preparation, and/or shopping, providing opportunities for individuals to assume increasing control and responsibility over their daily lives. Support Advocates may accompany individuals on appointments. They administer medications (or support self‑medication) in accordance with residential guidelines and follow routines including behavior support plans, personal care, physical therapy, etc. Support Advocates receive a paid 5‑day new employee orientation and training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and the Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program‑specific training at the work site.
Required Qualifications
18+ years old.
High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
1‑3 years of related experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
CPR/First Aid and MAP certification required (paid training provided if needed).
Preferred Qualifications
Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your team.
Contact Thank you for your interest in Seven Hills Foundation! We value every applicant. If you experience any difficulty applying or need assistance, please call the main office at 508‑755‑2340.
About Us You can also view a video overview of our work: https://vimeo.com/344648526
Seven Hills Foundation promotes and encourages the empowerment of people with significant challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well‑being and independence.
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