Direct Support Professional

Overview Are you patient, kind, caring, down-to-earth? Do you love arts & crafts, swimming, basketball, music, movies, and dancing? Are you the type of person who is willing to put the needs of the person you support as the primary focus of your attention while at work? Brandi's Hope is looking for Direct Support Professionals. If you believe everyone, regardless of abilities/disabilities, should choose a meaningful life, you might be just the right person. The right Direct Support Professional should possess strong interactive skills and a positive, creative, and energetic attitude to support this young lady with intellectual/developmental disabilities who has challenging communication and behaviors. Good communication and a team-oriented outlook are necessary attributes for success. We offer a full benefits package for qualified applicants. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or equivalency, minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, valid driver\'s license, and pass background checks. We have several shifts available, so please contact Brandi's Hope. Responsibilities Provide daily support to individuals with varying degrees of development/intellectual disabilities. Assist these persons within the following areas: job supports, self-care, recreational activities, and community inclusion. Depending on the need of the client, transport to appointments, act as a job advocate, or assist with feeding and hygiene as required. Duties will be discussed with the employer. Hours This position is for a Direct Support Professional (Days). Hours: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm, and Wednesday 7 am - 1 pm. Qualifications High School diploma or GED. Minimum of one (1) year of verifiable work experience in the last three (3) years. Current, valid driver\'s license to transport clients as needed. Current CPR training. Must submit to an extensive background check and drug screening before employment offer can be made. Background Check and Drug Screening Required #J-18808-Ljbffr Brandi's Hope Community Services