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RMS of Ohio: South Central Region (Dayton Area)
We welcome all applicants for full and part time positions. Apply now at: https://www.teamrms.com/employment-montgomery-county/
RMS of Ohio is a leading provider of services for adults with developmental disabilities since 1983. We are a family of companies that has one focus. Helping individuals with disabilities get more out of life.
We are seeking outstanding applicants to join our growing organization, with immediate openings available in the vital position of Support Associate otherwise known as a DSP. Training for this position is provided in its entirety, so no experience is required. Apply now, and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!
We are currently offering a $300 Sign on Bonus!
What do you get to do as a Direct Support Professional?
DSPs provide Direct Support to individuals with disabilities in their homes, supporting individuals to thrive and succeed. This role is instrumental in assisting these individuals to reach their goals to become more independent while improving their quality of life.
A day in the life of a Direct Support Professional may include anything from assisting with community activities like concerts, worship, doctor appointments, out to eat, haircuts, sporting events, and grocery shopping, to helping with cleaning and cooking, dining skills, hygiene/personal care, daily living skills, mobility, social skills, or vacation planning.
What RMS of Ohio can offer you:
- Paid training including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration courses and certifications
- A rewarding work environment with some of the best co-workers you could ask for
- Access to affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- Paid time off (PTO) with immediate accrual upon start
- Premium holiday pay
- Mileage reimbursement
- Reimbursement of staff expenses for outings/activities
- A variety of flexible schedules
- $300 Employee referral bonus
- 401k program with company matching
- A $300 sign on bonus
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts
- Many paid bonus opportunities
- A dynamic, growing work environment with advancement opportunities
- Varying full time and part time schedules available – days, evening, overnights and weekends
- Day program positions available – Monday through Friday day shift, no weekends
This position is great way to begin a career for anyone interested in:
- Healthcare / Nursing / Pre-Medicine
- Early Childhood Education / Intervention Specialist
- Teaching / Education / Physical Education
- Social Services / Social Work/ Consumer and Family Services
- Behavioral Studies / Human Behavior / Human Development
- Humanities
- Psychology / Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Sociology
This is a perfect position for candidates at any stage of life, from high school graduate to retiree!
Responsibilities of our Support Associates:
The primary job functions are to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the persons you serve, while facilitating access to, and involvement in, the individual’s community. As a friend, mentor, and support-person, the Support Associate will provide supervision, training, and experiences that allow the individuals to develop to their fullest potential in the areas of self-direction, independent living, self-care, self-sufficiency, language, learning, and mobility using the ISP (Individual Service Plan) structure and RMS company policy.
In addition, our DSPs / Support Associates will:
- Work effectively with families, guardians, advocates, Case Managers/SSAs, RMS peers and supervisors, and the community
- Communicate orally and in writing in a clear and timely manner for routine and unusual matters
- Provide or facilitate transportation
- Provide input regarding individual needs/accomplishments
- Maintain individual’s records and other documentation
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to obtain/retain CPR and First Aid Certification
- Ability to work with persons with disabilities, exercise care and commitment
- Ability to operate in a team environment with clear oral and written communication
- Ability to follow detailed plans accurately
- Ability to apply sound, mature decision making within prescribed limits
- Current valid driver’s license and liability insurance required
For your convenience, applications for employment can be submitted on-line, or in person. In person applications can be completed at one of our regional offices between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4p.m., Monday through Friday.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Willingness to submit to a background check
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- relevant: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License/Auto Insurance (Required)
- Drivers License/Automobile Insurance (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
