Caregiver / DSP
About The Position
Provide support to groups of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group home or group day program settings. The work includes teaching, mentoring, caregiving, medical monitoring, and assisting with hygiene and personal care. Supports help individuals build independence and may involve community participation, daily living, work skills, leisure activities, and managing sensory needs. A comprehensive, paid two-week weekday daytime orientation with certifications is provided and required. Multiple full-time shift schedules are available, with occasional overtime.
Requirements
- High school diploma or accredited GED.
- Valid driver’s license and a good driving record, with fewer than four infractions or tickets.
- Dependable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds or one-quarter of the individual's own body weight, whichever is less.
- Ability to attend daytime training during the first weeks of employment.
- Must assist individuals with hygiene and personal care.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience or knowledge regarding the needs of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is beneficial but not required.
- Related experience in education, behavior support, direct support, teaching, psychology, special education, rehabilitation, caregiving, health care, medical support, mental health, or adult care is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Teach individuals to use community resources, understand their rights, and practice safety awareness.
- Support participation in activities and exercise, and help individuals develop etiquette, coping skills, and self-esteem.
- Teach and assist with maintaining living spaces, personal hygiene, home-life balance, and weekly schedules.
- Help individuals learn assembly and production work skills, manage break times, and build relationships with coworkers.
- Teach meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, appliance use, and budgeting.
- Prepare for and participate in leisure activities such as Special Olympics, sports, dances, and gatherings.
- Support individuals in managing sensory needs and maintaining a structured environment.
- Provide caregiving, medical monitoring, and hygiene or personal-care assistance.
- Attend the required daytime orientation during the first weeks of employment.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid two-week orientation and training with certifications
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Consistent weekly schedules
- Occasional opportunities for overtime
- May qualify as an employer for some Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
