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Direct Support Professional Mentor

$19 per hour

American Baptist Homes

Job Description

Job Description

Begin a rewarding career—join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional Mentor where your commitment and compassion will directly impact the lives of others! 

Founded by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest in 1974, Crest Services is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization providing residential services to individuals with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries. 

Why Join Us?

  • People First:  Develop meaningful relationships with residents and staff members
  • Competitive Pay: $19.00/hr 
  • Flexible Schedule: This is a full-time position, working Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-3:30 pm or 7:30 pm-4:30 pm, participation in an on-call rotation required
  • Supportive Team:  We value our caregivers as much as our clients
  • Quick Hiring:  Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

  • Provide direct support, supervision, and protective oversight to individuals served
  • Promote member independence and support accomplishment of personal goals
  • Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), ensuring safety and dignity
  • Onboard, train, and mentor new Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assigned to your house
  • Collaborate with Team Lead or Assistant Manager on staffing, attendance, and performance issues
  • Act as a liaison between families, administration, and individuals served to ensure consistent, quality care
  • Maintain strong communication and leadership within the team
  • Support a positive and professional team culture focused on person-centered care

What You'll Need: 

  • Must be 21 years or older.
  • Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a leadership capacity and direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons 65 and older. 
  • High school diploma or GED. 
  • Valid driver's license and proof of insurance in the state you are employed. 
  • Ability to communicate fluently in English (reading and writing) with ability to comprehend documents. 
  • Medication Management Administration certificate within 90 days of hire. 
  • Active Mandatory Reporter Certification preferred. 

Benefits Available to You:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) with Discretionary Employer Match
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
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To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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