Direct Support Professional - Full Time
- Full-time
- Driver's license
How this pay compares
This posting states $23–$24 an hour. Open direct support professional jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $20.25 an hour, the middle half $18.25–$21, across 228 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Direct support professionals employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $19.67 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
About this Home: The Newbury St, residents love decorating for and celebrating just about every holiday, with Halloween being a favorite! Residents also enjoy trips to the mall, eating out, exploring the library, and participating in Special Olympics. Direct Support Professionals in this home will need to provide some personal care in assistance. Meal preparation is required but the residents love to assist, making mealtime a fun activity!
Schedule: Sunday 11 pm-9 am, Tuesday 3 pm-11 pm, Friday 3 pm- 11 pm, Saturday 9 am -11 pm (40 hrs)
Pay Rate: Estimated $23.00/hr. - $24.00/hr., depending on experience and certification (FA/CPR and MAP)
Job Summary: To provide quality living supports and be responsive to individuals living in residential programs or independently. Teach, support, and facilitate choices for people in their homes and within their communities.
Major Responsibilities
- Provide Direct Care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals receiving services.
- Document accurately and thoroughly, including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, Health Records, Daily Data Books, and Fire Drill Logs as outlined in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures
- Facilitate meaningful community experiences for each individual that foster skill acquisition, relationship building, and independence.
- Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
- Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support Drs appointments, ER and hospital visits, and contact on-call nursing appropriately.
- Maintain a safe work environment by following Universal Precautions, ensuring that emergency exits are clear and accessible at all times and maintaining staffing ratios as outlined in contracts with funding agencies and House Safety Plans.
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license a must and reliable vehicle for transportation
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, and provide physical intervention.
- CPR/FA/MAP certification is a must.
Northeast Arc changes lives for people with disabilities, and we want you to join us! We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to work within our group homes located throughout the North Shore. Direct support professionals help the individuals we serve live inclusive and independent lives in their homes and community.
From Northeast Arc's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Northeast Arc
Northeast Arc is a Medicare-certified home health agency in Danvers, MA providing nursing and therapy care at home. Its job board posts jobs for caregivers, nurses and mental health staff.
Based in Danvers, MAHires in MassachusettsPay on its listings: 93.9% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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