Residential Direct Support Professionals Full time/Part time

Description

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: Sun 9a-5p, Mon 2p-10p

Part-Time: 16 hours

Payrate: $17.50-$19.00 Paid Training by Venture!

Part Time employees will receive a $500 Sign on Bonus – residential direct care only

$100 at 6 weeks and $100 at 90 days and $300 at 6 months.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for advocating and supporting adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities by empowering them to be as active in their lives as they can. Their support needs include, but are not limited to, household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc…so that they may always look and feel their best. The DSP may be asked to assist them to their medical appointments, banking, assist them to become active members of their community, attend outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and to follow medical guidelines that are in place.

DSP workers are provided paid New Employee Orientation, paid CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP), as well as program and person specific training at the individuals’ home. The DSP must be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency.

DSP workers must maintain certifications, handle job related duties in compliance with Agency policies and follow all DDS regulations/policies.

Qualifications

Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.

Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.

Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).

Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Company paid life insurance for full time employees

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Earned Paid time off and 40 hours of sick time

Employee Referral Bonus program

Tuition Remission

Supportive and encouraging working environment

Requirements

High School Degree or G.E.D.

Must have a valid driver’s license, daily use of a car on site (preferred but not required) and be available by telephone for daily contact.

Must be 21+ with reliable transportation and valid driving license

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