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How much do developmental disabilities worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for developmental disabilities worker in the United States is $15.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Developmental Disabilities Worker vs Personal Care Assistant?

AspectDevelopmental Disabilities WorkerPersonal Care Assistant
CredentialsOften requires certification or training in developmental disabilities or human servicesMay require basic caregiving training or certification, depending on state
Work EnvironmentSupports individuals with developmental disabilities in community, residential, or facility settingsProvides personal care and assistance in clients' homes or healthcare facilities
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, residential facilities, community programsHome healthcare agencies, private households, healthcare facilities
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared due to similar caregiving roles supporting individuals with disabilities

Developmental Disabilities Workers focus on supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in various settings, often requiring specialized training. Personal Care Assistants primarily provide daily personal care in home or healthcare settings. While both roles involve caregiving, the scope and training requirements differ, making them distinct but related careers in the human services industry.

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Residential Counselor (Developmental Disabilities)

Lowell, MA • On-site

Vinfen
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 1 - 5K employees

$22.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Vinfen rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Schedule:Sun 9am-11pm, Mon, Tue 2pm-11pm, Wed 3pm-11pm

Salary: $22.75 / hour

As a Residential Counselor, you will provide direct support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a small group residential setting or an individual living arrangement. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by either building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life.

Residential Counselors have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. You also strengthen residents' connection to their community by providing transportation on outings such as shopping and doctor's appointments.

Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes:

  • A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous Vacation, Holiday, Personal and Sick Time Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
  • Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
  • $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
  • Other generous benefits and perks!

About Us

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, group home, DSP, Direct Care, psychology, mentor, mental illness, mental health, disability, developmental disabilities, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, outreach worker, outreach services, human services, nonprofit, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery, Direct Care, VinfenRC
High school diploma or GED required.
  • Experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or brain injury strongly preferred.
  • Strong time management and writing skills.
  • All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
  • Must be able to become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment and MAP certified within 150 days of employment.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, national fingerprinting and driving record check.

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