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SalaryHow will you make a difference? We are hiring for 2nd shift and overnights through the week and every other weekend to help 4 gentlemen be more independent in their own home.
We have a NEW PAY RATE of $16 per hour and work with Daily Pay, so you can work today, get paid tomorrow!!
About the Company
At Empowering People Inc, our mission is to empower and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Autism, Down Syndrome or Cerebral Palsy. We believe that every person should make decisions that directly affect their lives and we help them along that journey.
Direct Support Professional Job Description
Direct support professionals (DSPs) are people who work directly with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in their homes and in their community, The DSP is responsible to provide direct services including, but not limited to: assisting in maintaining a clean, safe living environment, meal preparation and completion of various household tasks; supervising, teaching, and assisting the individual in every aspect of their life, with the goals of fostering increased independence, choice and empowerment. A DSP may provide transportation and supports to a Individual at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP is also an advocate, helping people in communicating needs, self-expression, and goals as well as assuring justice and equality in community life.
Direct Support Professional Specific Job Duties
- Respect individual rights and confidentiality. Be a role model, promote teamwork and help to make a positive work and living environment.
- Read, know, and implement Individual’s Service Plan, documenting as required.
- Remain alert to individuals’ behavior/physical changes and notify immediate supervisor. Report all pertinent medical information to nurses and follow nurses’ directions.
- Assist with daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, meals, hygiene, exercise, housekeeping, communication, and socialization skills
Additional Requirements
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to train for medication administration and other health related activities
- Must have valid Driver's License, Clean driving record < 6points and reliable transportation with insurance
- Willingness to adhere to rules and regulations
- Physical endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
We offer EXCELLENT BENEFITS for eligible employees including tuition reimbursement for health related education including nursing school, company paid life insurance for you and supplemental plans for your family, partial company match 401(k) to plan for your future, wellness programs up to $200 for gym memberships or smart watches, medical/dental/vision/supplemental insurances and MUCH more!!
COME! Be part of our amazing team and make a difference in others' lives while earning a competitive wage and enjoying excellent benefits!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License & clean driving record <6 points (Required)
Work Location: In person
