Direct Support Professional (Part Time and Full Time shifts available in and around Angola, IN)

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) 

Location: Angola,  IN, USA
Hourly Rate: $17.18 - $19.00 (including a $1.82 weekend shift differential)
Type: Part Time and Full Time

Job Summary:
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities? Join Easterseals ARC of Northeast Indiana as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and help individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities enhance their socialization and independent living skills. DSPs play a crucial role in assisting individuals to become active participants in their communities by leveraging their strengths, interests, and abilities. This position involves providing support in various settings, which may include personal care, daily living activities, job coaching, skill development, advocacy, and communication assistance, all aimed at helping individuals achieve their personal goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals with daily living skills such as budgeting, cooking, and personal hygiene.
• Support individuals in participating in activities at home and within the community.
• Implement and document program plans as directed by the Residential or Community Living Manager.

Qualifications:

• A genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
• Supportive personality with a strong work ethic.
• No previous experience required; we offer comprehensive training.
• Valid driver's license and current auto insurance.
• Ability to safely transport individuals and work in a Human Services setting with favorable background screens.

Schedule & Benefits:

• Flexible and traditional work schedules available for full or part-time positions.
• Opportunity to work three days a week with full-time benefits if available for one day on the weekend.
• Excellent benefits package for full-time (30 hours) employees, including:
  • Medical Insurance (Employee, Child, or Family)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Retirement Plan
  • Vacation, Sick and Personal Time 
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Holiday Pay
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Paid Training and Continued Education Opportunities
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Tuition Assistance

EEO/ADA Compliant

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