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Direct Care Support Specialist

Internships, Co-op’s, or FT Job Opportunities

Great internship, co-op, or FT job opportunities for students interested in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis or general psychology.

All Full-Time employees of The NEEDS Center have the opportunity to obtain a FREE Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from William James College

The NEEDS Center has internship and co-op positions for Direct Care Specialists who will assist and support adults with developmental disabilities ( Autism Spectrum Disorder) to live as independently as possible while enjoying all aspects of Community Living. Full-time and Part-time positions are available in our Day Centers in :

Rowley, Mass
Beverly, Mass
Tewksbury, Mass
Hyannis (Cape Cod), Mass

Full Time hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

All locations and roles are FULLY SUPERVISED & TRAINING IS PROVIDED

Your Daily Responsibilities may include :

Assisting residents with daily living activities such as meal prep, grooming, and toileting.

Supporting residents in developing daily living skills, such as cooking, and cleaning.

Performing light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment, including cleaning common areas and ensuring personal spaces are tidy.

Facilitating recreational, educational, and social activities to engage residents and enhance their quality of life.

Conducting regular safety checks and addressing any potential hazards to ensure the environment is safe and secure.

Observe and record data for programs established in their Individual and Behavior support plans.

Participate with other team members to create a therapeutic environment that includes regular community membership.

Help to implement clinical, educational and vocational programs.

Qualifications :

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent

Experience with behavior management preferred, but not necessary

Good driving record and you must have a valid drivers license

Ability to work as part of a diverse team.

The NEEDS Center is a non-profit organization specializing in providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The NEEDS Center’s philosophy is rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Support (PSB) . The services and support provided by the NEEDS Center draw on the best of both disciplines in order to assist individuals to become as independent as they can be.

Starting pay is $19.00 / hr

Retention bonus possible

Salary : $19

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