Direct Support Professional - CLS

Spectrum Human Services•Grand Rapids, MI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum Community Services is hiring compassionate, honest, energetic Direct Support Professionals. This position is responsible for on-site coordination of active treatment in Adult Foster Care (AFS) or Community Living Services (CLS) homes or private residence, serving individuals with physical, cognitive, and/or behavioral disabilities. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to helping clients with cooking, cleaning, community integration, health, and personal care. Experience working with people with disabilities (preferred but not required). We provide all required training including CPR/FA certification. About the services we provide. Spectrum Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality support and life-enhancing opportunities for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This may include individuals with mental illness diagnoses. www.spectrumhuman.org/SCS [http://www.spectrumhuman.org/SCS] Join the team now!

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to provide two work references demonstrating good performance and attendance.
Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
Must have reliable and ongoing transportation.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check including fingerprinting, medical clearance (TB test, drug screen & physical exam), and clearance through Michigan Long-term Care (MILTC) screening

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people with disabilities

Responsibilities

on-site coordination of active treatment in Adult Foster Care (AFS) or Community Living Services (CLS) homes or private residence
helping clients with cooking
helping clients with cleaning
helping clients with community integration
helping clients with health
helping clients with personal care