Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Personal Care Home
About The Position
Passavant Memorial Homes is a leading provider of support for individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs, dedicated to empowering them to live successfully in the community. With over 120 years of experience, Passavant Memorial Homes focuses on promoting choice and independence, ensuring high-quality support and offering employees opportunities for development and advancement. The organization is currently seeking responsible, caring, and dedicated individuals to fill full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions in Oakdale within a Personal Care Home. DSPs are essential in fulfilling the mission by assisting with daily activities such as personal care, housekeeping, and other daily living tasks. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, motivated to help others, and committed to providing quality support.
Requirements
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- Valid driver’s license
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 6 months’ experience working directly with individuals in a personal care setting
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with personal care, such as bathing, shaving, dressing, oral hygiene, etc.
- Provide a safe, healthy, and clean-living environment
- Perform needed housekeeping duties
- Provide assistance with tasks of daily living such as shopping, care of personal possessions, telephone use, and social/leisure activities
- Observe for behavioral and physical changes in condition, and report as appropriate
- Offer input into the development of the Treatment Plan
- Maintain various records pertaining to individuals, following established documentation methods
Benefits
- Competitive Wages: $19.50 an hour
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
- Generous PTO package
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities, including nationally recognized certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)
- Tuition Assistance Program: tuition assistance is available for eligible employees, up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees and up to $2,500 per year for part-time employee
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Passavant Memorial Homes is a qualified employer for the federal PSLF program
- $3,500 BONUS AVAILABLE FOR FULL-TIME POSITIONS
- $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Direct Support Professional Positions
- $1,000 Orientation Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
