Direct Support Professional- Group Homes (PRN - Flexible Hours)
About The Position
Join ChildServe as a Direct Support Professional, in this role you will be responsible for supporting children and young adults with daily living and encouraging their independence. Direct Support Professionals work with supervisors, therapists, nursing staff, and families in program development and implementation. Examples include assisting the children and young adults with becoming as independent as possible in personal cares, preparing meals, caring for household, community exposure/involvement, and other life skills areas. Schedule/Where You’ll Be Our group homes have PRN, Part-time and Full-time openings with a variety of schedules. How You’ll Make an Impact Support children or young adults in developing independence in personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and other life skills Provide transportation assistance as needed Administer treatments and medications as appropriate, with knowledge of schedules and dosages Facilitate community involvement through recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities, and other activities What You’ll Need Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred Must be 18 years of age or older Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language Must be willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Medication Manager, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications helpful Ability to lift up-to 35 lbs. be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing [email protected].
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
- Must be willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe
- Ability to lift up-to 35 lbs. be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand
Nice To Haves
- Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Medication Manager, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications helpful
Responsibilities
- Support children or young adults in developing independence in personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and other life skills
- Provide transportation assistance as needed
- Administer treatments and medications as appropriate, with knowledge of schedules and dosages
- Facilitate community involvement through recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities, and other activities
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
