DSP - Residential--Kinston

Skill Creations•Kinston, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and care to individuals living in Skill Creations, Inc. residential facilities. Residents may need physical or medical care, behavioral or cognitive support, and assistance with independent living. Care is tailored to each individual’s needs and includes assistance and education with personal care, medication administration, and independent living skills. DSPs also transport or accompany individuals to community activities and local or out-of-town appointments. Residential DSP positions are available full-time and part-time, with backup/PRN fill-in positions also available. Full-time employees are scheduled for 30 or more hours per week. The stated pay is $17.60 per hour for full- and part-time positions and $17.00 per hour for backup/PRN positions. Full-time employees are offered a benefits package. Applicants must complete the online application and questionnaire; submitting a resume alone is not sufficient for consideration.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited school.
Pass a criminal record check.
Prompt and regular attendance for the assigned work schedule.
Work during inclement weather and some holidays.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Complete required coursework for CPR/First Aid and Behavior Management.
Basic computer skills for email, electronic training modules, and recording data.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to balance, bend, stoop, and kneel occasionally.
Ability to be on one’s feet most of the time.
Complete the online application and questionnaire to be considered; a resume alone is not sufficient.

Responsibilities

Provide care and support based on individuals’ physical, medical, behavioral, cognitive, and independent-living needs.
Assist and educate individuals with personal care, medication administration, and independent living skills.
Transport or accompany individuals to community activities and local or out-of-town appointments.
Complete required coursework for CPR/First Aid and Behavior Management.
Use basic computer skills for email, electronic training modules, and recording data.