Direct Support Professional (DSP) Opportunities
Children’s Residential Program (Norwood, MA)
Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts Available | Full-Time & Part-Time
Support. Empower. Transform.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 5–22) with autism and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our residential program, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.
Your Impact
- Support children with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, and medication.
- Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, play, and skill-building.
- Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.
- Partner with clinical, educational, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
- Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and school transitions.
What You Need
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of driving experience.
- Patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse communication and behavioral needs
- Experience supporting children or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required)
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay: $21/hour.
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
- Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
- Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.
- Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
- Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.
Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM | Year-Round Program
Support & Inspire Students with Autism | May Institute School, Randolph, MA
Are you passionate about education and behavior support? Join May Institute’s School for Autism as a Floating Classroom Counselor where you’ll help students ages 3-21 develop essential skills using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a collaborative classroom setting.
Your Role
- Implement Behavior Plans: Support students by applying individualized intervention strategies.
- Provide Hands-On Classroom Support: Foster positive behaviors and meaningful social interactions.
- Collaborate with Educators: Work alongside teachers and behavior analysts to create a supportive learning environment.
- Track Progress & Data: Collect and analyze student data to refine strategies and interventions.
- Engage with Families: Communicate student progress and offer strategies for consistency at home.
What You Bring
- 18+ years old with a valid and current U.S. driver’s license.
- Bachelor’s degree required (preferred in psychology, education, or related field) or 1+ years working as a May Randolph Teacher Assistant
- Experience in special education or developmental disabilities preferred.
- Strong interpersonal & organizational skills for collaboration and data tracking.
- Genuine passion for supporting individuals with autism.
Why Join Us?
- Generous PTO: Vacation, paid holidays, and a floating birthday holiday.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 403B retirement plan with employer match.
- Professional Growth: Paid training, certification, tuition reimbursement, and loan repayment assistance.
- Financial & Emotional Support: FSA, LTD/STD insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Be part of a team that’s making a difference every day. Apply now and help shape brighter futures!
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