Direct Support Professional- CAPE

May Institute

Pittsfield, MAFull-timePosted Mar 31, 2026

20–21 an hour

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Job Description

 in our residential program, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where adults can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.
Your Impact
• Support adults with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, and medication.
• Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, socialization, and skill-building.
• Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.
• Partner with clinical, familial, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
• Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and program transitions.
What You Bring
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience required
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• Patience, compassion, and the ability to support adults with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
• Experience with adults or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required).
Why Join Us?
• Competitive Pay: $20/hour ($21/hour with MAP certification).
• 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.

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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience required
  • Patience, compassion, and the ability to support adults with diverse communication and behavioral needs

Benefits

  • Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts Available | Full-Time & Part-Time
  • Competitive Pay: $20/hour ($21/hour with MAP certification)
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Support adults with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, and medication
  • Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, socialization, and skill-building
  • Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior
  • Partner with clinical, familial, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans
  • Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and program transitions


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