DSP Independent Contractor Waxhaw (JL)

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:
InReach provides a wide variety of services to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

We Offer:

Competitive Wages

Flexible Scheduling

Partnership Discounts with Local Businesses

Extensive Training Program

We Hire:
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) willing to make a difference in someone's life by providing companionship, care, and support.

We Need:
InReach needs a DSP (Independent Contractor) for a young male Individual with Developmental Disabilities in the Waxhaw, NC area of Union County.  Staff will provide Community Living and Support Services and Respite Services for approx 15 hours a week.   Opportunity for 28 hours per week on non-school days

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday  (4:30pm to 7:30pm)   and  Saturday   (9am to 3pm)

Pay Rate: CLS Service @ 20.35/hr and Respite Services @ $16.07/hr

What You'll Do:

Instruction and assistance in home living environments.

Help individual identify and acquire valued social roles.

Facilitate community integration.

Help individual develop healthy social habits.

Dispense medication and monitoring dosages.

Transport and accompany individual to and from day programs, work sites, and community activities.

All InReach applicants must have a high school diploma (or GED), a valid driver's license, and successfully pass a drug screen and background check. One to two years of experience with the I/DD population preferred.

*** This DSP position is an Independent Contractor position. Independent Contractors receive a 1099 tax form and use a third-party Contract Management vendor for their direct deposits. Additional fees required for Contractors include paying for state-required training, Occupational Accident Insurance, and administrative fees for the Contract Management vendor.