Direct Support Associate

Mosaic • Durham, NC

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About The Position

Direct Support Associates provide support and guidance to people served as they learn and develop daily living skills and participate in life activities, helping them live as independently as possible. The role involves supporting people in identifying and achieving their personal goals, monitoring their comfort and safety, and ensuring their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met. Associates also provide emotional support and assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry. Mosaic emphasizes an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. No prior experience is needed; thorough training is provided.

Requirements

• Desire to make a positive difference in people's lives; no experience is needed, and thorough training is provided.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required, where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and ability to juggle multiple responsibilities while communicating about timelines, challenges, and questions.
• Frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending; occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
• Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, as well as frequent reaching below knee level and overhead.
• Occasional independent lifting up to 25 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds of force, and ability to safely transfer 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Help people develop daily living skills and participate in life activities by creating an environment where they can learn, grow, and discover.
• Help people identify and achieve the goals most important to them.
• Monitor the comfort and safety of people served.
• Ensure medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met.
• Provide emotional support.
• Assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry duties.

Benefits

• Daily Pay, allowing employees to access pay each day for financial flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED