Direct Support Professional - RPT Grand Haven
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 community of their choice. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help residents build independence, assist with activities of daily living, facilitate community inclusion, and build supportive relationships. This opening is for the Grand Haven location and is listed as part-time, with 1st shift hours of 6 a.m.–2 p.m. and 3rd shift hours of 10 p.m.–2 a.m. Employees must be able to work every other weekend. Minimum part-time and on-call variable shifts are also available. Starting compensation for a DSP with no experience is $18.80 per hour, consisting of a $15.40 base wage and $3.40 hero pay. Higher pay may be available based on direct-support experience. Hero pay does not apply to benefit time. Training is paid and includes CPR/First Aid certification and Community Mental Health training certificates.
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.
- 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.
- Complete routine paperwork.
Benefits
- Paid training, including CPR/First Aid certification and Community Mental Health training certificates.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Other benefits based on employee status.
- Scheduling options to fit availability, including part-time, full-time, on-call, and various shifts.
- Hands-on experience helping individuals with disabilities in all aspects of their lives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
