Entry Level Direct Care Openings

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a respected facility in Western Massachusetts that is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals in a group home setting on a full-time or part-time basis.

Position Details

• Location: Openings in Adams, North Adams, Clarksburg, Pittsfield, Williamstown, and West Stockbridge

• Duration: 13 weeks to start, with a strong likelihood of extension

• Facility Type: Group Home

• Schedule: All shifts available (full-time and part-time)

• Pay Rate: $20/hour

Position Description

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides hands-on support to individuals with disabilities in a group home environment. This position is care-intensive and requires regular involvement in personal care, toileting, cooking, and household cleaning.

DSPs assist individuals with all areas of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, meal preparation, and maintaining a clean and safe living space. The role also focuses on promoting independence, supporting personal goals, and helping individuals participate in community and recreational activities they enjoy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care, including toileting and hygiene assistance

• Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed

• Perform routine housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe home

• Support individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs)

• Build positive relationships and encourage independence and personal growth

• Assist individuals with community outings and recreational activities

• Document services and follow care plans and teaching strategies

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Reliable transportation required

• High school diploma/GED or at least one year of relevant experience

• Comfortable providing direct personal care and toileting support

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about these opportunities, please feel free to reach out.

Adam Harrington

Amergis Healthcare Services

Business Development Manager | Government Services

[email protected]

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | DSP - Non-Driving | DSP - Non-Driving

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0363

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $800 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-05-07T14:04:35