Direct Support Professional - RPT Allendale

Heritage Homes • Allendale, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Heritage Homes, Inc., a nonprofit agency based in Holland, provides 24-hour support to adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities and, in some cases, physical disabilities in five adult group homes. Its Adult Foster Care programs maintain Michigan Specialized Certification and are accredited by CARF. The agency supports individuals in their well-being and ability to live comfortably in the communities of their choice.

The Direct Support Professional helps residents build independence, supports activities of daily living, facilitates community inclusion, and develops supportive relationships with residents. The position is for the Allendale location. The posting lists part-time second-shift hours from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with work required every other weekend. Minimum part-time and on-call variable shifts are also available.

The listed starting compensation for a Direct Support Professional with no experience is $18.80 per hour, including $15.40 base wage and $3.40 hero pay. Higher pay may be possible with direct support experience. Hero pay does not apply to benefit time. Paid training is provided, including CPR/First Aid and Community Mental Health training.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Have a valid driver's license and 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 for the stated part-time second-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, hygiene, and medication administration after training.
• Monitor residents’ health and ensure their safety.
• Support participation 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.
• Scheduling options based on availability, including part-time, full-time, on-call, and various shifts.
• Competitive compensation package and other benefits based on employee status.
• Hands-on experience helping individuals with disabilities in all aspects of their lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED