Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Group Homes or Supported Living (40hrs)

Flathead Industries•Kalispell, MT

4d•$18 - $21

About The Position

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in someone’s life? At Flathead Industries, we are looking for compassionate individuals to become Life Mentors for people with disabilities. Imagine the joy of empowering others to unlock their true potential, overcome obstacles, and achieve their dreams. As a Life Mentor, you’ll build lasting relationships, provide guidance, encouragement, and support every step of the way. Support people with developmental disabilities and enjoy a career that offers a fun, active and rewarding work environment! Live, Work and Play. What we do! "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" At Flathead Industries, we change people’s lives by providing an array of excellent services designed to meet people at their abilities. From there, we work as a team to help individuals with intellectual disabilities accomplish their life goals. We are constantly striving to improve our services and create new programs that will help advance the lives of people with disabilities. Make a positive impact on your community! Make a difference! What we can offer! Day one $18 per hour Six Months $19 per hour One Year $21 per hour Wage differential for night shift: An additional $1.75/hr between 12am-6am Internal training

Requirements

The position requires education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and completion of occupationally-specific training
Ability to pass a criminal and other background checks.
Possession of a Montana Driver's license and maintain a good driving record in order to meet the requirement for insurability to be covered by company vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

Teach and demonstrate community living skills to consumers with developmental disabilities.
Promote independence and help consumers maintain current skills
Establish and maintain good working relationships with consumers, family\friends and outside professionals.
Participate in routine operations of the facility which includes assistance with meal preparation, meal planning, budgeting, monitor facility maintenance, cleaning, transportation and recreational opportunities.
Provide safety training to all consumers.
Works in a team setting and reports directly to the Manager of the area assigned to.