Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position Available In Essex, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Description Join Benchmark Human Services as a Direct SupportProfessional (DSP) to support individuals’ services, safety, andpursuit of their personal goals! Homes are located in Manchester,Concord, Weare, Bedford, Raymond, and Merrimack, NH. Benchmark hasgrown to become one of the most respected organizations in thecountry in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities(IDD) and behavioral health. Our dynamic, community based, highbehavioral programs require strong leadership to run safely andsuccessfully. We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals(DSP) to join our team, provide support and assistance toindividuals served who have developmental disabilities. Assistindividuals served in expanding their opportunities to participatein community life as they choose. In 2025, Benchmark Human Servicescelebrates 65 Years of Stories ! Since 1960, Benchmark has beenempowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We arecommitted to realizing the full potential of

EVERYONE

– those weserve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring ourmission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace thathonors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believeswe are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we arediverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space foreveryone to be their authentic selves. The Direct SupportProfessional (DSP) will provide training, assistance and support toindividuals with intellectual disabilities and significantbehavioral challenges and mental health conditions. DSP’s will alsoassist individuals in learning and maintaining skills, having newlife experiences and respond to behaviors utilizing positivebehavior supports. Must be willing to flex schedule according tothe needs of the individuals served. Weekend staff needed.

Benefits:

Competitive wages based on experience Health, dental, andvision insurance. Referral Bonuses 401k with company match. PaidTime Off and Sick Time Pay. Company paid life insurance. Mileagereimbursement. Tuition reimbursement. Flexible Spending Account(FSA). Employee discounts with various vendors. Advancementopportunities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Participate in the development and positive implementation ofindividual’s plans. Implement Behavior Support Plans, ReplacementBehavior Trials and reinforcement plans consistently, continuouslyand as written across all environments. Provide positive behavioralsupports according to individual BSPs and provide positivereinforcement when individuals engage in socially appropriatebehavior. Respond to emergency situations as trained utilizing allaspects of the Mandt Training. Implement Relational Mandtcontinuously to ensure a positive, engaged and therapeuticenvironment. Implement Technical Mandt when safety is compromised(ex: physical aggression, dangerous self-injurious behavior anddangerous property destruction) per training and only as needed.

Report any restraints or significant behavior to the on-call assoon as the situation de-escalates or if assistance is needed.

Assess for injuries post behavior or restraint and notify on-callimmediately. Make recommendations for changes to plans based onbest practices, hands on experience and individual’s needs. Prepareand enter daily behavior data as required by the BC. Document thebehavior and the environment in observable and measurable terms.

Administer medications and follow physicians’ orders concerningmedications and treatments. Monitor the general well-being of theindividual served and follow supervisor/nurse instructions,including all healthcare appointments. Comply with all standards toassure the health and safety of all individuals. Communicate tonurse and supervisor health issues and concerns as they ariseregarding individuals served. Provide communication to supervisorsregarding individuals served, about their home, day program or workrelated needs, as applicable to each individual.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Driver’s License Access toa vehicle in good operating order proof of auto insuranceExperience working with individuals with developmental disabilitiespreferred Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer.

Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouragedto apply. Interested candidates can apply online atwww.

BenchmarkHS.com/Careers Benchmark has provided services for 65years. Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Yearsof Stories .