Entry Level Special Needs Care Provider (ASL Required)

Job Description PURPOSE OF DIRECT SERVICE PROFESSIONAL (DSP) INTERNSHIP: This program is designed to highlight the career opportunities available to you in becoming a DSP, while providing you with the skills that you need to deliver high-quality services and supports that allow people to live their best lives and feel empowered. Responsibilities As a DSP Intern, you will learn about the role of, and perform entry-level duties under, a qualified DSP for up to three months and up to thirty hours per week. The duties of a DSP are tailored around each individual served and may include support with participant empowerment, communication, community and service(s) networking, facilitation of services, providing community living skills and supports, education, training and self-development, advocacy, vocational, educational and career support, organizational participation, documentation, building and maintaining healthy friendships and other relationships, keeping the participant at the center (person-centered), and supporting their health and wellness, which may include assisting with daily tasks. Key Competencies and Values for DSPs DSPs assist people who need support to lead self-directed lives and participate fully in their communities. DSPs recognize the unique gifts, preferences and needs of each person supported. DSPs respect the personhood of people they support. They partner with them in making informed decisions and everyday choices about their finances, well-being, relationships, and employment. DSPs use knowledge, skills (competencies), and values such as the NADSP Code of Ethics to guide their work and provide quality services. DSPs continue to learn and develop their professional abilities through ongoing in-service and self-directed education and training. DSPs understand that quality services occur at the point of interaction with the people that they support. DSPs realize that their role includes being a mentor and a facilitator. DSPs inform the people they support regarding their responsibilities and advocate with them for their valued role in society. DSPs create environments where the people they support feel empowered to have meaningful relationships with friends, their families, and promote integration and inclusion in all our nation’s communities. DSPs respect the privacy of the people they support and commit to promote their physical and emotional well-being. Compensation and Schedule PAY: per hour. Weekly pay + incentives offered. SCHEDULE: Flexible to fit your scheduling needs and preferences. Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night, weekend shifts available. Program Perks Weekly pay Employment retention payments at six and twelve months FREE Interactive training A variety of schedules available Play an integral role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their community May lead to a long-term career path Qualifications Must be 18 years or older Must have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) or a Certificate of Completion Must have a valid Identification Card or Driver’s License Must pass a background check and other required health screenings Physical Requirements A DSP Intern may work indoors or outdoors and may perform tasks which involve frequent sitting, standing.

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Employer/Vet/Disabled. For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company offers major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. ALL's WELL participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Additional Resources Pay transparency policy: Know Your Rights poster: #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC