Direct Support Professional - Per Diem Last Minute Shifts!
Job Description
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Per Diem / Float
Schedule: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) & 2nd Shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) - Weekend availability required
Location: Central MA (Fitchburg, Brookfield, and surrounding areas)
Type: Per Diem / As-Needed Coverage - Opportunities in group homes, schools, and day programs
Arbor Associates is seeking flexible and reliable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for last-minute and as-needed coverage across multiple programs throughout Central Massachusetts. This role is ideal for someone who wants variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to pick up shifts quickly across different locations.
What You’ll Do
As a DSP, you’ll support individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, and/or mental health needs. Your role is hands-on and impactful:
Provide daily care and supervision
Support independence and skill development
Maintain a safe, structured environment
Respond to behavioral or crisis situations as needed
What We’re Looking For:
- Ability to travel up to 40 minutes between assignments
- Availability for weekends (required)
- Experience in human services or DSP roles preferred
- Safety-Care and/or CPI/MAP training preferred
- Strong flexibility, reliability, and communication skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and teams
Why Arbor Associates
We’ve been doing this for nearly 40 years, and we know what good support looks like—for both our clients and our staff.
Flexible scheduling — work when it fits your life
Wide variety of assignments and settings
Competitive pay
24/7 team support
4-hour pay guarantee for late cancellations
Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
Clear communication and consistent feedback
Supportive, team-first culture
Job Requirements
Requirements
Minimum 6 months of relevant experience (DSP, CNA, HHA, Residential Counselor, PCA, childcare, or similar)
CPR & First Aid certification
Willingness to complete CPI, MAP, and/or Safety Care training (preferred if already certified)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to pass background checks (CORI, fingerprinting, etc.)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
About Arbor Associates
Arbor Associates is more than a Human Services staffing firm. We're an active part of the communities we serve. We serve Southern New England, including Greater Boston, Central and Western Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. We live and work in these communities and we're committed to providing the care and support needed to help them thrive. Arbor has been around for 40 years, specializing in Behavioral Health, Medical, and Education. Almost 40 years of experience means we know the industry very well. We match employees with fulfilling and flexible positions that best fit their qualifications, needs, and schedules. We aim to understand and support both our customers and their clients as well as our own associates as they care for those in need.
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