Direct Support Professional - Family Support - Part time

COMMUNITY OPTIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL•Bismarck, ND

8d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Community Options is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities and older adults in living more independent and fulfilling lives. The position involves providing personalized, high-quality assistance to improve the quality of life of the people served. Duties include helping with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and transportation. Employees work in a hands-on, team-oriented role and need to be open to a variety of shifts and locations based on customer and agency needs. The position is based in Bismarck, North Dakota, with negligible travel listed; employees must be able to travel as operational and customer needs require. The hourly wage is $17.34–$20.40, depending on experience.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Access to a working mobile phone (iPhone or Android).
CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification successfully during the new-hire training period.
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, proof of vehicle insurance as required by state law, and ability to travel based on operational and customer needs.
Successfully pass a criminal background check, including a Motor Vehicle Record check, drug screening, and North Dakota Department of Human Services pre-employment approval.
Successfully complete required training and/or certification within the specified time frame.
Ability to observe and recall events accurately; communicate clearly and accurately; understand and apply written English instructions; complete basic computer tasks; make ethical and professional decisions; organize tasks; provide customer service; and work as part of a team.
Commitment to company values.
Team-player attitude and good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, bending, twisting, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, fine motor manipulation, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions; swimming may be required in direct-care roles.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use possible physical de-escalation techniques when working with customers exhibiting behaviors that require them.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of community events and opportunities for customers.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with daily living tasks, including cooking, cleaning, shopping, and transportation.
Provide personalized, high-quality services that support customers’ quality of life, independence, and community participation.
Observe and recall surroundings and events accurately; communicate information clearly and accurately.
Read, write, understand, and apply written instructions in English, and complete basic computer-related tasks.
Make ethical and professional decisions; organize and manage tasks; provide quality customer service; and work as part of a team.
Complete required training and certifications within specified time frames.
Travel and work at assigned locations and shifts as required by customer and agency needs.