DSP Direct Support Professional - Per Diem

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) Regular Salary: $20.49 per hour Mon-Fri and $21.49 per hour for shifts beginning 11PM Friday to 11PM Sunday. Non-work time will be paid at the base rate. Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives? Then come join the DPD team! Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is one of the largest Catholic Charities Agencies providing care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the United States. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Group Homes. Responsibilities Residential Counselor is a direct care professional whose primary responsibility is to help meet the personal health, safety and welfare of the people living in the group home. Assist and/or supervise individuals in personal care areas such as bathing/toileting; participate and/or supervise in cleaning, cooking, and life skills. Administer and/or assist with medication administration. Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the individuals living in the homes. Drive residents to/from day programs or other community activities using agency vehicles. Daily documentation of services provided. Assist with fun community-based activities. Benefits Paid training Medical/vision and dental coverage Life insurance (agency-paid), supplemental life insurance (employee-paid) Flexible spending accounts Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance 403(b) with company matching Generous paid time off Job Requirements Motivated to work as part of a team that acts in the best interest of our residents at all times. Experience with ID/DD population is a plus. High school diploma or equivalent. Valid (non-provisional) driver’s license. Ability to meet the physical requirements of CPR/First Aid and our emergency evacuation procedures. Successful completion of criminal background check, references/DMV check, fingerprinting, pre-employment physical and drug test. Attendance at monthly staff meetings; waivers available for conflicts due to secondary employment or school with appropriate documentation. Per Diem – Shift Hours Hours and days M-F, flexible between 8:30 am–4:45 pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr