Direct Care Worker II

Overview

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks a caring and compassionate applicant for the role of DIRECT CARE WORKER II (DCW II). The DCW II is a shift supervisor that provides oversight and direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a foundation for professional development and advancement within DDS.

• Assist individuals in meeting his/her personal care and nutritional needs
• Assist and support individuals in making choices in his/her life
• Maintain individuals’ rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations
• Provide leisure activities; may drive individuals to work, appointments, and to recreational activities
• Provide daily supervision and training to Direct Care Worker I staff to ensure that they are acting as advocates for the individuals and demonstrate respect and positive regard for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Oversee, as the shift supervisor, the health and safety of the individuals by administering medications
• Communicate with appropriate medical and health care providers regarding health concerns and accompany individuals to various appointments as necessary.

• Knowledge of practices and procedures necessary to assure the health and safety of individuals, including evacuation procedures.
• Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate the activities of others.
• Ability to give written or oral instructions in a clear and understandable manner.

Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Location:

South Valley East Program in Charlton, MA.

Schedule:

2:00pm – 10:00pm. Days Off:
Sunday/Monday.
24‑hour/7‑day staff position; mandatory overtime may be required.

Applicants must have at least one year of full‑time or equivalent part‑time experience in providing direct support services to persons with developmental/intellectual, emotional or physical disabilities.
An associate’s degree or higher in a human services field may be substituted for the required experience.

DDS offers an outstanding suite of employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, and more.

An Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Applicants must successfully complete pre‑employment screening, including:
Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-registry
Criminal background check (CORI): httpwww.mass.gov/hhs/cori
National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014: https://-checks

For assistance with the application/interview process and to request an ADA accommodation, complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.

Please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at Ext. #4.