Direct Support Professional

## Description

American Training is a non-profit Human Services agency proudly recognized by The Boston Globe as a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts and nationally by USA Today. We’re known for our innovative, values-driven workplace culture powered by our **WOW! Magic** Culture. This award is a testimony to the creative talent, knowledge, and experienced Colleagues we have on our team.

We are seeking full-time and part-time **Direct Support Professionals** to care for our Residents, Adults with Developmental Disabilities, in our Merrimack Valley Residential homes. Whether it’s cooking, traveling, surfing, or relaxing as an American Training **Direct Support Professional** you will be a vital part in ensuring our Residents, adults with developmental disabilities, are living meaningful and memorable lives!

**Shifts available: 3pm-11pm and various weekend availability.**

**What does a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) do?**

• Support Residents to participate in communities as workers, neighbors, and friends
• Fosters an environment of empowerment and choice for all Residents
• Supports, encourages, and ensures that Residents personal preferences, goals, and aspirations are a part of their daily lives
• Supports Residents in the maintenance of their homes including cooking, shopping, cleaning, and laundry
• Possesses an upbeat and positive attitude to ensure a culture of FUN and entertaining **WOW! Magic** experiences for all Residents

## Qualifications

• At least one year experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• Ability to demonstrate a sense of empathy, patience, and compassion
• Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting (required)
• Valid State driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage (required)
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds and have the ability to physically implement First Aid/CPR to Residents in emergency situations

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our **WOW! Magic** philosophy.

American Training offers a competitive benefits package; medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, vision, life insurance, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, and much more!