Group Home Staff

Jobs › North Adams, MA › Group Home Staff Amergis Group Home Staff North Adams, MA Apply Group Home Staff•Residential Setting $20/hour | Full-Time and Part Time Opportunities We are currently seeking Group Home Staff to support adults with severe and persistent mental illness, with multiple openings across Berkshire County . Position Overview As a Group Home Support Staff, you will provide hands-on assistance and support to individuals in a residential or community setting, helping them maintain safety, dignity, and independence.

Modality:

Group Home Staff Openings:

18

Locations:

Adams, North Adams, Pittsfield, West Stockbridge, Clarksburg, and Williamstown Start Date:

ASAP Contract Length:

Ongoing Hours per

Week:

Up to 40 hours per week available Shifts /

Shift Days:

Various shifts available

Pay Rate:

$20/hour

Physical Requirement:

Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Qualifications Experience:

Prior experience working with adults who have severe and persistent mental illness is preferred No prior experience required for candidates who are interested and motivated to work with this population Ability to provide compassionate, dependable, and professional care Must be able to meet physical and compliance requirements Contract Requirements BLS Certification Client has an on-site BLS instructor available at no cost Physical Fingerprints Coupon code provided for payment Dress Code Business Casual Why Join? Consistent full-time hours Paid orientation Free on-site BLS option Meaningful work supporting a vulnerable population Straightforward requirements and competitive hourly pay Interested or Have Questions? Annelise Mahoney Recruiter II•Amergis Staffing ?? anmahone@amergis.com ?? 781-657-1825 The Direct Support Personnel I assists individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home, community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel I works directly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living and adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel I should follow the guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or its equivalent Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs •Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category:

Aide Job Function:

Aide | DSP•Non-Driving | DSP•

Non-Driving Job Type:

Contract•

Full Time Setting:

Healthcare Facilities Position Type:

Healthcare Office Number:

0363

Contract Duration:

13

Pay Rate:

$800 /

Week Date Posted:

2026-05-15T16:31:41 Active Filters Group Home Staff North Adams, MA Clear All Apply