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 Hanover, 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:

• Upon successful completion of the Medication Administration Program (MAP) training, incumbents must obtain and maintain their 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 Southeastern Residential Services program in Hanover, MA. 

Schedule: 11:00 PM - 9:00 AM

Days off: Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program.

This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, the selected candidate will be required to report to work.

This DSW II position is in a program that operates 24-hours/7 days a week. Candidates must be flexible in their work schedule.  The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform Mandatory Overtime when circumstances dictate the need.

About the Department of Developmental Services:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Pre-Hire Process:

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

• Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

• Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search:  https:cppdmass.gov
• Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.  http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori 
• National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. #4.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.