Direct Support Professional

MyPath•Manitowoc, WI

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About The Position

Homes for Independent Living (HIL), a MyPath company, is hiring a Direct Support Professional to provide direct care and support services that help clients maximize their potential. HIL supports people in a variety of residential settings through individualized service plans, including services for people with high personal care needs and complex behavioral challenges. The DSP follows Individual Service Plans and Behavioral Support Plans and helps promote clients’ health, safety, welfare, and independence. Training is provided. The position is full-time, with 2nd- and 3rd-shift opportunities. It is hourly, with pay based on experience, location, and shift. Set schedules with guaranteed hours are available, with the ability to pick up overtime. Second-shift hours receive an additional $1 per hour, and weekends receive an additional $2 per hour. Wages increase with experience. MyPath describes itself as a majority women employee-owned organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Its culture emphasizes passion, accountability, teamwork, openness, and continuous learning and innovation. Employee owners can expect transparency, respect, and appreciation, and opportunities to have an impact at work and build a career within MyPath.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have reliable transportation to and from programs and training classes.
Have communication and problem-solving skills.
Successfully complete a caregiver background check, TB test, and health screen.
Some positions may require a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Interact with clients and assist with day-to-day tasks.
Engage clients in activities.
Monitor clients’ health and administer medication.
Prepare meals according to dietary guidelines.
Perform light housekeeping.
Assist with personal care.
Follow Individual Service Plans and Behavioral Support Plans to support clients’ health, safety, welfare, and potential.

Benefits

Three weeks of PTO each year.
Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401(k).
Tuition assistance.
Additional $1 per hour for 2nd shift and $2 per hour for weekends.
Set schedules with guaranteed hours and the ability to pick up overtime.
Wage increases with experience.
Referral bonus of $2,000 per positive referral.
Life insurance.
Company stock.
Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday.
Tuition reimbursement and loan pay-down programs.