Direct Support Professional (Dsp)

As a Direct Support Professional - DSP - you can earn a sign-on bonus and a higher starting wage with increases for training & shift differentials! First shift needed.

Do you have the skills to be a DSP / Caregiver?

Qualified applicants must have the following:

· Desire, compassion and ability to help individuals intellectual disabilities

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

· Must be able to communicate in English

· Must be able to pass a background check

· Eligible to work in the United States

· Ability to use a desktop computer effectively for documentation and recordkeeping

Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:

· Caregiver to provide care, support, and supervision to individuals with disabilities in a group home setting.

· Support individuals with self-care, social and independent living skills, recreation and leisure activities.

· Perform household chores, including meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.

· Encourage independence, up to a person's abilities.

The DSP, Direct Support Professional position for first shift, days are during the week, and 8-hour shifts. Full time and part time positions are available. We'd love for you to join our team as a DSP! A Direct Support Professional makes a difference in the lives of special people. Hours are flexible and the rewards are many!

The mission of Warren Achievement Center is to enable persons with developmental disabilities to function to the maximum extent possible as responsible members of the community with the opportunity to choose and to realize their goals of where and how they live, learn, work and play.

We are a Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Direct Support Professional certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person