Direct Support Professional (DSP)
About The Position
Start a new career as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with R&M Welty at our Otsego (Ogren House) location! As a member of our team, you will join us in offering a safe, comfortable home setting to support our persons served in their efforts to maintain a high quality and satisfaction of life. Why Join Us? Meaningful Impact: Make a difference in the lives of others every day Competitive Pay: $17/hour - $18/hour based on experience Sign On Bonus: $500! Schedule: Multiple Schedules Available: 1 FT AM (7am - 3pm) W1 – Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday W2 – Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 1 FT AM (7am - 3pm) W1 – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday W2 – Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 1 FT AM (7am - 3pm) W1 – Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday W2 – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 1 FT PM (3pm - 11pm) W1 – Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday W2 – Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 1 FT PM (3pm - 11pm) W1 – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday W2 - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Alternating Weekends and occasional Holidays required Supportive Team: Continued support throughout your career! Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours What You'll Do: W ork directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses. Ensure the safety and well-being of the persons served at all times. Reflect the values of respect for others, honesty, patience, and compassion through your communication skills, interpersonal, and professional relationships. Assist the persons served on active treatment services, daily living skills, administering medications, transporting persons served, communication and documentation, health and safety, and continued development. Support the Designated Coordinator with tasks such as scheduling, payroll, reviewing documentation and delegating tasks to other team members as needed.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass a DHS background and Motor Vehicle Records check.
- Must be physically able to perform all job duties, including lifting, transfers, and emergency interventions.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English to follow care plans, document services, and interact with stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.
- Prior leadership experience and the ability to delegate tasks and talk to all levels in the organization.
- Prefer Direct Support Professional, DSP, Group Home experience, Caregiver, Human Services Assistant, Client Support Specialist, Support Worker, Direct Care Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Companion Care Provider, Life Skills Coach.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the persons served at all times.
- Reflect the values of respect for others, honesty, patience, and compassion through your communication skills, interpersonal, and professional relationships.
- Assist the persons served on active treatment services, daily living skills, administering medications, transporting persons served, communication and documentation, health and safety, and continued development.
- Support the Designated Coordinator with tasks such as scheduling, payroll, reviewing documentation and delegating tasks to other team members as needed.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K for staff over the age of 21 after 1 year of employment
- Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
