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Direct Support Professional II

Part-time

Seven Hills Foundation

Sterling, MAPart-time$20.5/hrPosted 2y agoChecked 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.5/hr
Location
Sterling, MA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active MAP CertificationValid Driver’s License

Job overview

Seven Hills Foundation is hiring a Direct Support Professional II. Direct Support Professional II at Seven Hills Community Services empowers individuals to live independent lives, providing daily residential support, teaching life skills, following support plans, assisting with personal care and medication, and fostering community involvement while maintaining documentation and mentoring staff.

Key focus areas include Provide daily support and care to individuals in a residential setting, Help individuals build independence by teaching life skills at home and in the community, and Follow and implement Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans.

Important skills include Medication Administration and Training. Preferred (not required): Personal Care, Individual Support Plans, Behavior Support Plans, and Documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medication AdministrationPersonal CareIndividual Support PlansBehavior Support PlansDocumentationTrainingCoachingBudgetingShoppingCommunity ActivitiesCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED or HiSETActive MAP CertificationValid Driver’s License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Direct Support Professional II Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation

Pay: $20.50/hour (additional $1/hour differential for active MAP certification) 

Be the Difference in Someone’s Everyday Life Looking for a role where your work truly matters—every single day? As a Direct Support Professional II , you’ll do more than provide care—you’ll empower individuals to live meaningful, independent lives in their communities.

At Seven Hills Community Services, we believe the people we support should have choice, voice, and control over their lives—and you’ll play a key role in making that happen.

Benefits for Full-time employees:  

  • Health Insurance:  Offered through  Blue Cross Blue Shield , with generous company contribution.

  • Enhanced Retirement Plan:   25% - 33% Employer match  based on tenure. 

  • Student Loan Assistance:  Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!

  • Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!

  • Tuition  Assistance:  Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!

  • Home Mortgage Initiative:  Favorable down payment ( 3-5%) , reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance:

  • Generous Accrued  Paid  Vacation:   3 weeks  in your first year!

  • Vacation  Cash-Out  Option

  • 3  Paid  Personal Days

  • 11  Paid  Holidays 

  • Accrued  Paid  Sick Time

Benefits for Part-time Employees:

  • Accrued Paid Sick Time

  • Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)

  • Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!

  • Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)

Why You’ll Love This Role This is more than a caregiving job—it’s a chance to empower, advocate, and lead . You’ll help individuals achieve personal goals, build independence, and experience meaningful community connections.

You’ll also be part of a supportive, mission-driven team where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your work has real impact.

Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re compassionate, dependable, and ready to step into a leadership-focused direct support role, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help create opportunities, independence, and brighter futures—one person at a time.

 

You can also see an overview of the amazing work our organization does with this video: 

https://vimeo.com/344648526

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily support and care to individuals in a residential setting.

  • Help individuals build independence by teaching life skills at home and in the community.

  • Follow and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Behavior Support Plans.

  • Assist with personal care, medication administration , and health-related needs.

  • Support individuals in community activities, relationships, and social connections .

  • Accompany individuals to appointments and ensure overall health and well-being .

  • Maintain accurate documentation and data collection to track progress and outcomes.

  • Take a leadership role by training and mentoring other staff .

  • Assist with budgeting, shopping, and managing personal funds.

  • Build strong, positive relationships with families, guardians, and team members .

  • Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment .

  • Ability to support individuals with daily living activities

  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

  • Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.

  • Active MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire, training provided)

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

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