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Behavioral Direct Care Worker II - Evaluation & Stabilization Program- Full and Part time - Continuous Posting2600000Y
This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts at the Wrentham Developmental Center in the Southeast area of DDS. The Department of Developmental Services DDS is searching for an enthusiastic compassionate reliable individual with a strong work ethic to fill a Behavioral Direct Care Worker Developmental Service Worker II position to be assigned to the Evaluation and Stabilization Unit ESUwithin the Southeast Region in Wrentham MA.
The Behavioral Direct Care Worker providesdirect care services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who may exhibit challenging and extreme behaviors. This is to be accomplished by the provision of an environment consistent with individuals needs in daily living active treatment and implementation of habilitative and behavioral programs.
Please Note Based on assignment candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials. For more information on the Department of Developmental Services DDS go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyCHl8CEwI To visit the DDS Career Page please visit https://www.mass.gov/dds-careers
Job Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities stated are general summary and not all inclusive. Special Requirements
Employees applying for this assignment will be required to successfully complete the Proactive Approaches to Behavioral Challenges PABC within 6 months to have this position. Staff that is unable to complete the training will be ineligible for the assignment.
This posting requires interested candidates including current employees in the same title to go through the interview process as this position requires specialized training.
Preferred Qualifications
Agency Requirements
Please Note DDS fills this entry-level position on an ongoing basis as staff turnover and new program development occurs. The Department has full and part-time positions available on various shifts. Many of the positions require working every weekend with two days off in the middle of the week. Applicants must be flexible in work schedule.
This is a 24-hour7 days a week staff position. The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need. This position is designated as an EMERGENCY position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency you will be required to report to work. All employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and must have direct deposit.
About the Department of Developmental Services
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services DDS is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes providing a spectrum of day employment and residential supports.
The agency directly oversees and manages 3 billion in public funds 2.7B operating budget and approximately 5,500 staff the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. For more information about our agency and programs visit www.mass.gov/dds
Pre-Hire Process
Education and license certification information provided by the selected candidates is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealths website. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes
If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For technical help with Mass Careers including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password please call the Employee Service Center at 617-979-8500 for assistance. For questions regarding this requisition please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. 4.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
None. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
None.
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors including the candidates years of directly related experience and education and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Divisions Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions non-management compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
Comprehensive Benefits
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Title 101 CMR 23.00 Applies to congregate care and 247 facilities Title 101 CMR 23.00 Regulation" requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination or have taken required mitigation measures to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100 of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.