Direct Support Professionals - Pay Rate: $18 hour

HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL DIMENSIONS INC•Fort Lauderdale, FL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

HBD is looking for qualified and caring Direct Support Professionals to join our team! We have 9 locations throughout Broward County, Florida that provide residential and day services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including individuals with intensive behavior challenges. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will engage with clients and be responsible for ensuring their safety and well-being. DSPs will ensure that behavioral supports are provided to enhance social opportunities and promote achievement of desired life goals. Maintaining confidentiality and understanding HIPPA standards is required.

Requirements

Mimimum of one year of experience providing direct services in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, child care setting OR working with persons who have developmental disabilities required
High school diploma/GED required
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; be able to push, pull, reach, bend, and squat
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to other locations
Strong verbal and written communication skills a must

Nice To Haves

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) a plus
Bilingual (Spanish, Creole) a plus

Responsibilities

Supervision and support to ensure health and safety
Skill training and support in daily living activities
Community integration
Behavioral interventions and implementation
Assist individuals on medical appointments
Medication dispensing

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company-Paid Life insurance of $35,000
Company-Paid AD&D Insurance
Paid time off
401k
Educational & Professional Development Opportunities - Become a RBT (Registered Behavior Technician)

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