DSP Mentor

About this role

Aspire encourages internal mobility and supports employees in exploring growth opportunities across the organization. Employees interested in this role should apply directly through this posting via Greenhouse. Recruiters will partner with HR to confirm eligibility and coordinate the

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The only exception is an in-program, same-role shift change, which should be handled directly with your manager and HR Partner. Please refer to Aspire’s Internal Mobility Policy for more information.

Job title: DSP Mentor

• We are looking for a DSP Mentor to play a vital role in providing person-centered services to supported individuals. In addition to providing supports to assigned individuals, the DSP Mentor will support new hires through peer mentoring, assisting the Program Manager with new hire training, observation and feedback.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Direct Support Professional within the agency.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback using agency-approved observational practice language.
• Receptiveness to training and peer mentor supervision for ongoing development.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in using computers to complete required electronic documentation.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to pass and maintain all required training and certifications.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required; degree in Human Services, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Must pass all required background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record. Reliable transportation required; some positions may require use of a personal vehicle to transport individuals supported.
• Location: Bedford
• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 30
• Schedule: Mon-Fri: 9a - 3p
• Pay: $1.50 increase from base pay

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.