What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional Shift A 8a position at Brandi's Hope Community Services?
We are looking for Support Professionals who are also interested in wrestling, shopping, watching movies at home, and collecting. The person right for this position will enjoy being with older individuals. If you are the type of person that doesn't mind a random trip to the local fast food joint for a slushy because it just sounded good. If you like going out to the mall and park, keep reading.
The right DSP should possess strong interactive skills and a positive, creative, and energetic attitude to support our people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Good communication and a team-oriented outlook are necessary attributes for success. We offer a full benefits package for qualified applicants.
Hours: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm, and Wednesday 8 am-4 pm.
Duties include, but are not limited to: Provide daily support to individuals with varying degrees of development/intellectual disabilities. You will assist these persons within the following areas: job supports, self-care, recreational activities, and community inclusion. Depending on the client's need, a DSP may be expected to transport to appointments, report to work assignment with the client as a job advocate, or assist with feeding and hygiene. Duties will be discussed with the employer.
Qualifications: High School diploma or GED, minimum of One (1) year of verifiable work experience in the last three (3) years, (1) year of verifiable work with individuals having disabilities, must possess a current, valid drivers license to transport clients as needed, must have current CPR training (we will also provide training if needed), must submit to an extensive background check and drug screening before employment offer can be made.
