Direct Care Worker I - Berkshires MA Area - Full-Time and Part-TimePositions - Continuous Posting For the full position listing anddescription, clickhere{target="blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"}. The Department of Developmental Services(DDS) seeks caring and compassionate applicants for the role of DIRECTCARE WORKER I who are committed to building meaningful relationships andprovide outstanding care and service. The Direct Care Worker roleprovides programmatic direct care services and supports to individualswith intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is to beaccomplished by the provision of an environment consistent withparticipants\' needs in daily living and those skills necessary forcommunity life. Please Note: Based on assignment, candidates may beeligible for various pay differentials. For more information on theDepartment of Developmental Services (DDS) go to:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLyCHl8CEwI To visit the DDS CareerPage, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/dds-careers Positions availablein Lee, Pittsfield, and Stockbridge. Agency Requirements: - Possesscurrent and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator\'s License - Applicantsmust pass the Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification -Upon successful completion of a training program, incumbents must obtainand maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA)certification Please Note: DDS fills this entry-level position on anongoing basis as staff turnover and new program development occurs. TheDepartment has full and part-time positions available on various shifts.Many of the positions require working every weekend with two days off inthe middle of the week. Applicants must be flexible in work schedule.This is a 24-hour/7 days a week staff position. The Department requiresemployees in this position to be able to perform mandatory overtime whencircumstances dictate the need. This position is designated as an\"EMERGENCY\" position in the Department of Developmental ServicesEmergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that theCommonwealth is in a state of emergency, you will be required to reportto work. All employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and must havedirect deposit. About the Department of Developmental Services: Themission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to createinnovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectualand developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder toparticipate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities asvalued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughouttheir lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, andresidential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages \$3billion in public funds (\$2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in theMassachusetts executive branch of government. For more information aboutour agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds If you requireassistance with the application/interview process and would like torequest an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete theReasonable Accommodation Online RequestForm{target="blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"}. For technical help with MassCareers,including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password,please call the Employee Service Center at 617-979-8500 for assistance.For questions concerning the information in this requisition, pleasecontact Human Resources at 857-262-6378. An Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and personswith disabilities strongly encouraged.