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Direct Support Professional

1 month ago

Agawam, United States LifeConnections Full time

**Welcome to LifeConnections**

**Openings**:

- DSP (Direct Support Professional) - $18.00/Hr
- DSP Team Leader - $20.00/Hr (Requires MAP Cert)

**Location**: Agawam, MA

**Work Environment**: Group Home for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

**Requirements**: Must be at least 21 years old and have a HS Diploma or GED.

**What We Offer (full-time)**:

- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- STD, LTD, AD&D
- Paid Life Insurance
- Full Dental Insurance
- Excellent Health Insurance
- Matching Retirement Plan (403B)
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Employee Discount Program (including Verizon, etc.)

**Welcome To LifeConnections**:
LifeConnections is a behavioral health care provider with residential programs all across Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. We primarily serve adults with developmental disabilities and complex mental health conditions.

**Why Choose LifeConnections?**

Too many of us walk around wishing we could **make a difference** We’ve accepted that unfulfilling, dead end jobs are the norm in today’s economy. Don’t believe that for one minute You deserve to feel great about your accomplishments and hard work. At LifeConnections, we’ve curated some of the most effective residential group homes for adults with developmental disabilities in the country. As an agency, we are known for being the best at promoting from within and offering every employee ongoing opportunities for growth and advancement in their career.

**No Experience? No Problem**

Our DSP Positions (Direct Support Professionals) require a high school diploma or GED and are suitable for all levels of experience, including none at all Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for a career, a parent looking for part time hours or a retiree wanting to give back to those in need, our team of seasoned professionals will help you become a confident, supportive and effective instrument of change in our client’s lives.

**We Have The Training You Need**

We have carefully developed our employee orientation, professional development and agency advancement program to help you create the career you desire. All of our managers provide support, supervision and training that is directly tailored to your needs on any given day. Our highly-trained team of professionals are here to mentor you, challenge you, and help you grow so that you can best support each and every client and ultimately take control of your career.

**What Does a DSP Do?**
- Provide supervision and mentoring to clients, including role modeling appropriate behavior, redirection and crisis management
- Teach daily living skills, meal preparation, hygiene practices, recreational & social activities
- Help improve client’s social skills, interpersonal skills, life and coping skills through the development of respectful & positive relationships
- Be a positive role model to help shape growth and build trust
- Be their first line of support to provide emotional stability during moments of crisis

**Opportunities for Career Growth**:

- Competitive compensation, excellent benefits (for full time employees), overtime, and vacation time.*
- We promote from within; many of our Managers & Directors began as a DSP
- Ongoing training options to further your education, skills & experience in the field
- Flexibility to lead initiatives and bring your personal experience & passions to work

**GET STARTED TODAY**

Want to apply? Here’s the plan:

- Submit your resume
- We’ll reach out and schedule a virtual interview
- Get started on the first day of your best new career

Questions About Applying?
Contact Us Today For More Information
- LifeConnections assures equal opportunity and public access and, if necessary, affirmative action in all its policies regarding employment and provision of services. LifeConnections does not discriminate in its hiring, programs or policies on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

- Are you willing to complete a criminal background check?

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (required)
- age requirement - Are you at least 21 years old? (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Agawam, MA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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