Direct Support Professional - RPT Allendale
About The Position
Heritage Homes, Inc., a non-profit agency based in Holland, provides 24-hour support to adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities and, in some cases, physical disabilities. Its adult foster care programs maintain Michigan Specialized Certification and are accredited by CARF. The agency supports individuals in living comfortably in the communities of their choice. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) helps residents build independence, supports activities of daily living, facilitates community inclusion, and builds supportive relationships. The posting lists part-time first-shift (6 AM–2 PM) and second-shift (2 PM–10 PM) positions, as well as minimum part-time and on-call variable shifts. Employees must be able to work every other weekend. The posting describes a role at the Smith - Allendale, Michigan location, while the hiring text also refers to a Holland Southside location. Compensation for a DSP with no experience is $18.80 per hour, consisting of a $15.40 base wage and $3.40 in hero pay. Higher pay may be available for relevant experience. Hero pay does not apply to benefit time. Training is provided and paid, including CPR/First Aid and Community Mental Health training certificates. Benefits vary based on employee status.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
- Successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and TB test.
- Be dependable in punctuality and attendance.
- Work professionally and cooperatively with individuals, coworkers, family members, and others.
- Communicate verbally and in writing and complete routine paperwork.
- Interpret a variety of written and oral instructions.
- Be able to work every other weekend.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal care, hygiene, and medication administration after training.
- Monitor residents’ health and ensure their safety.
- Support residents’ involvement in community and in-home activities.
- Develop rapport with residents and cultivate safe, supportive relationships.
- Assist residents in meeting health, safety, community inclusion, occupational therapy, and behavior goals identified in individual plans of service and OT/PT plans.
Benefits
- Paid training, including CPR/First Aid certification and Community Mental Health training certificates.
- Competitive compensation package; other benefits depend on employee status.
- Scheduling options that may fit employee availability, including part-time, full-time, on-call, and various shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
