Direct Care Professional Location - West Springfield, MA, 01089, United States Base Pay - \$20.00 / Hour Job Category - Direct Care, Full Time, Residential Employee Type - Hourly FT Required Degree - High school Description Supporting people. Enriching lives. Make a DIFFERENCE for Your Career! \$1,000 Sign On All Shifts Available Responsibilities: Direct Care Professionals assists individuals in all areas of daily living including personal care, housekeeping, cooking, and bringing to appointments and recreational activities. This position works closely with individuals to help them to become as independent as possible and to meet their personal goals. Staff must maintain accurate and complete records, reports and data necessary to meet the requirements of BCArc and any certifying or regulatory agency. Effective communication with other staff, family members and Individuals is required. Requirements High School Diploma or GED and 18 years of age or older. Valid driver\'s license, Insured vehicle All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. Summary Excellent Benefit Highlights. Up to 80% health care paid. Paid vacation, sick and personal time. Advancement opportunities. Free tuition for all Mass. public colleges: Westfield State, MCLA, Holyoke Community College, Berkshire Community College, and more. See BCArc\'s Career Page for Full Benefits.