Attention High School Students Part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Valley City After Schoo

Job Description

Job Description

Receive educational credits while you work!

Earn credits and make a difference!

Who is Encompass Family Support Services?

Encompass Family Support Services is made up of a dedicated team of individuals, striving to make a difference in the lives of the families we support through guidance, support, and individualized programming. Encompass is dedicated to making the work environment a place that our employees feel comfortable and excited about the work we do. We strive to serve our community and making it a place where all can thrive.

What we do?

We know that we each have different goals, perspectives, and definitions of success. It is important to us that people’s strengths are recognized and that they feel empowered through our services. As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide direct care to people with disabilities. DSPs are matched with a person to provide customized services in the family's home.

·In-Home Support Services where the DSP would go into the individual's family home and work directly with the individual, working towards their personal goals.

· Make a change in the life of the children and families we support, building lifelong relationships.

· Be a part of a diverse and fun work environment with consistent professional development.

· Receive competitive wage and have flexible scheduling.

Your Job responsibilities include:

· Supporting children/young adults in their home or community – engaging in community events

· Assisting with daily living skills and personal cares: bathing, brushing teeth, household chores

· Playing with children/engaging with young adults – meeting them where they are at and mentoring.

· Assisting with coping and communication skills

· Completing all documentation and training requirements

Who are we looking for?

The idea candidate for the role:

· Valid Driver’s license

· High School student 16 years or older

· Students looking for hands on empierce while earning educational credits

· Comprehensive training provided no experience needed.

·Pass background check

· Able to work in homes with pets (cats/dogs or both)