Direct Support Professional

Mosaic • Terre Haute, IN

2d

About The Position

Mosaic is seeking Direct Support Professionals to support and guide people as they develop daily living skills and participate in life activities, with the goal of helping them live as independently as possible. The role involves creating an environment where people can learn and grow, supporting them in identifying and achieving personal goals, monitoring their comfort and safety, and helping meet medical, nutritional, and personal care needs. DSPs also provide emotional support and assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.

The position is suited to someone who is compassionate, inclusive, dependable, communicative, organized, and motivated to help others. No prior experience or education is required; thorough training is provided. The starting wage is $17 per hour.

Requirements

• Desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid U.S. driver's license where applicable.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality, strong time-management skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and communicate honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions.
• Frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending; occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
• Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, frequent reaching below knee level and overhead, occasional independent lifting up to 25 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds of force, and the ability to safely transfer 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of daily living skills and life activities by creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and discover.
• Help people identify and achieve the goals that are important to them so they can live as independently as possible.
• Monitor the comfort and safety of people served and ensure their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met.
• Provide emotional support.
• Assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.

Benefits

• Daily pay option
• Education assistance
• Health insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Prescription options
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off accruing from the first day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed