Developmental Disability (DD) Direct Support Professional - Residential Based
About The Position
Appalachian Community Services is hiring a Developmental Disability Direct Support Professional to support individuals with mental and behavioral health needs in a group home setting in the Asheville, North Carolina area. The role provides individualized, person-centered support focused on clients’ safety, health, well-being, independence, and daily living and social skills. Training is provided, and prior caregiving experience is helpful but not required. The job includes local travel to transport clients to appointments, shopping, and community outings. The posting describes both full-time and part-time weekend shift opportunities, including 12-hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The listed job details specify full-time employment at $15.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Reliable vehicle with insurance.
- Ability to work scheduled shifts.
- Physical ability to work in a variety of environments, including navigating stairs and other barriers in private residences.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in direct care, caregiving, home health, behavioral health, or related support roles; experience is not required and training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily individualized care focused on client safety, health, and well-being.
- Assist with daily living tasks, including cooking, cleaning, and routine support.
- Follow each client’s Person Centered Plan (PCP) and behavior support plan.
- Support clients in developing independence, daily living skills, and social skills.
- Transport clients to appointments, shopping, and community outings.
- Complete daily documentation and incident reports accurately and on time.
- Respond to crisis situations and emergencies professionally and empathetically.
- Support clients’ communication needs, including use of adaptive communication tools when needed.
- Perform additional duties as required to meet client needs.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO).
- Medical coverage through Anthem.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental.
- Vision coverage through EyeMed.
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
- 401(k) or Roth IRA through Empower.
- Financial planning and education services.
- Voluntary supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
- Educational assistance, based on eligibility.
- Advancement and career development opportunities.
- Paid training.
- Predictable set weekly schedule.
- Supportive team environment.
- Competitive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
