What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Easterseals Delaware?
Location - 61 Corporate Circle, New Castle, DE 19720
Have you always wanted to make a difference in the lives of others? Have you wondered what kind of impact you could make? Easterseals may have the perfect opportunity for you to work in a job that you love, while making a difference and earning a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits!
Easterseals is seeking a motivated and dedicated professional to provide support and guidance to individuals with intellectual disabilities as they learn important life skills such as communication and daily routines.
As you build relationships with the people you support, you will share in the joy that they experience when learning a new skill that promotes independence in everyday life.
Click HERE to meet one of our DSP's and find out what life could look like if you worked for Easterseals!
Qualifications:
- Must have compassion for others and the desire to support adults with disabilities
- Must be able to work 30 hours/weekly M-F (daytime)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Driving record in good standing to drive company vehicles
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working with adults with disabilities is a plus, but not required
- Job-specific paid training provided on site
What Easterseals Offers:
- A welcoming environment filled with people who are passionate about our mission
- Competitive wages and a comprehensive, affordable benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with company match up to 5%
- 12-paid holidays
- Generous PTO package including three weeks’ vacation after two years’ service
- Performance-based annual increases
- Student loan forgiveness qualifying organization (PSLF)
- Sign on bonus
- Opportunities for career advancement
This position starts at $16.00 per hour with the opportunity to earn more as experience and increased job responsibility is achieved.
Easterseals is proud to create a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. Visit https://www.easterseals.com/de/ to learn more about our CARF accredited programs. EEOE
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