Direct Support Professional

Job description

An opportunity to make a difference and do something meaningful. At CALAB Inc. we believe we can provide a quality life to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our goal as an agency is to help individuals needing assistance under the HCS and TxHmL community waiver programs.

Requirements:

- Valid Texas Driver's License with insurable driving record.

- Texas ID and Social Security Card.

- Able to pass Criminal/Background check, Consumer Employment Recommendation.

- Effective written and verbal English communication skills.
- High School Diploma, GED equivalent or competency determination.

No CNA certification required

On the job training available

The work schedule will be assigned by supervisor. Work hours may vary to accommodate consumer and company needs.

Overnight, Evening, Weekend and Morning Shifts Available.

Duties are as follows:

• Ensure consumers are free of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
• Serve as an example, role model and advocate for the consumer
• Providing companionship and supportive listening
• Supervise consumer safety and security.
• Be active and supportive in community activities, social interaction, and in leisure activities
• Help in the development of social valued behaviors.
• Taking vitals, height, and weight
• Responding to emergency situations
• Administering medication
• Direct, teach, document and provide personal assistance with activities of daily living.
• Meal planning and preparation
• Secure and provide transportation as needed
• Assistance with housekeeping, ambulation and mobility.
• Ensure compliance with all CALAB, Wavier and TXHHSX policies and procedures

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Caring, nurturing, compassionate, and empathetic
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time or part-time

Hourly salary varies based on the home you work and skills/experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 16 hour shift
• 12 hour shift ( Weekends Only) - Limited
• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: One location

Application questions
You have requested that really ask candidates the following questions:

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11