Direct Support Professional - Caregiver

Job Description: Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) Firefly (Supportive Living & Employment Services) Joplin, Missouri Full or Part Time Shifts (subject to availability) No experience necessary! We provide free training! We just need your compassionate, caring heart! Job Summary Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? Do you want to work in a fulfilling career where you can help others reach their full potential? As a Direct Support Professional (Caregiver), you’ll have the opportunity to do just that! If you are compassionate and dedicated to helping others improve their lives, you can look forward to a rewarding career of providing support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enriching their lives while making a living! You will assist clients with daily tasks, promote their independence, and help them achieve their personal goals. What you’ll get to do as a Direct Support Professional Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities Help clients to access community resources and participate in social activities Provide transportation to clients out into the community for appointments and shopping Teach clients to live independently, including cooking, cleaning, and managing money Help clients with daily tasks, like personal care and hygiene Write notes about client progress and achievements Communicate the client’s progress with clients, families, and staff Understand and follow the client’s Individual Support Plan (ISP) Attend meetings and training sessions Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Good communication and people skills Ability to work alone and as part of a team Basic computer skills Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if applicable) Pass a background check Work Environment Work mostly in clients’ homes and communities, with some travel May require lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds Work in various settings, including private homes, public spaces, and outdoors Must be able to work varying shifts, including weekends Benefits & Perks Employee Benefits Package – paid time off, health insurance, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more (full-time 30 hours or more) Employee Discounts – Verizon, AT&T, and more Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal aid, and financial guidance at no cost to you Mileage Reimbursement – company paid for work functions requiring travel Top-Notch Training – initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive Career Advancement Opportunities – promoting from within Welcoming, Warm, Supportive Work Culture – an environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as a human being, and encourages your health and happiness We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr