Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Hubbardston, MA, with compensation of $20.81 per hour, or $21.85 per hour with MAP Certification. The Arc of Opportunity works to improve the lives of people with developmental disabilities and support them in reaching their potential. The role advocates for individuals, implements Individual Service Plans, and assists with daily living and household tasks. It also supports appointments, community participation, and personal well-being, contributing to individuals’ quality of life and independence.

What you'll do

• Advocate for individuals served
• implement Individual Service Plans
• assist with activities of daily living and household tasks
• assist with appointments, including driving the agency van
• attend training and apply learning
• communicate effectively and respectfully.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

hubbardston ma

the arc of opportunity

developmental disabilities

individual service plans

activities of daily living

sunday–wednesday 3 pm–11 pm

saturday 7 am–3 pm

$20.81–$21.85/hr

map certification

hiring bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• 401(k) with employer matching
• supervision, training, and advancement opportunities
• hiring and referral bonuses.

Why this role

Schedule is Sunday–Wednesday, 3 PM–11 PM, and Saturday, 7 AM–3 PM. A $5,000 hiring bonus is paid in installments; a $1,500 referral bonus is listed for current staff. MAP Certification corresponds to the higher hourly rate.

About the employer

The Arc of Opportunity is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.