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About the position
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS, you will find purpose with our deep and meaningful work that has a person-centered approach to care. Your role will involve providing guidance and encouragement while building purposeful relationships with individuals. You will advocate for individuals in all aspects of their life, including community engagement and support in essential living skills. Additionally, you will maintain documentation, perform record keeping, and participate in periodic meetings/training according to regulations and LSS standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and encouragement to individuals
- Build purposeful relationships with individuals
- Advocate for individuals in community engagement and essential living skills
- Maintain documentation and perform record keeping
- Participate in periodic meetings and training according to regulations and LSS standards
Requirements
- Desire to help individuals with disabilities achieve their personal hopes and dreams
- No education requirements
- No previous experience required
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read and write in English
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check
- Ability to successfully pass a DHS background check
Nice-to-haves
- Experience as a Homemaker, PCA, Caregiver, Resident Assistant
- Passion to help others
- Interest in social work, nursing, healthcare, human services, psychology, and the non-profit sector
Benefits
- $2,000 Hiring Bonus
- Access to childcare assistance
- Discounts on events and services
- Employee assistance program
- Financial counselling
- Wellness program
- UKG Wallet for early payroll access
- Medical, dental, life, vision insurance for employees working 30+ hours
- 403(b) plan with a match
- Generous PTO plan including paid holidays and float days
- Paid training during orientation and throughout employment
- Opportunities for career growth within 24+ different services
- Diverse workplace with a focus on employee and person served well-being
- Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun workplace environment
