What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Embracing Heart Supportive Service?
About Embracing Heart Supportive Services (EHSS)
Embracing Heart Supportive Services (EHSS) is a dedicated organization committed to enhancing the lives of individuals and families within our community. Our vision is to create a nurturing environment where every client can reach their full potential, fostering a sense of belonging and support. EHSS is guided by a person-centered approach, emphasizing the importance of individual needs and strengths. Our values of generosity, diversity, integrity, and teamwork underpin our commitment to providing exceptional care.
Embracing Heart LLC is currently looking for a people who want to make a difference in the lives of others. We are currently looking for Staff (DSP) in the Supported Services department and Day center. All shifts available.
The DSP is responsible for assuring daily activities to those we support. This will primarily be in a day center and in the home setting as needed.
At Embrace our DSPs work with children and adults who experience autism and other developmental disabilities.
Duties include:
- Teaching independent living skills, vocational skills, or job-seeking skills.
- Support clients in these areas while also providing positive behavioral support.
Benefits:
- Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees. All employees are eligible for Earned Time-Off (Vacation), Sick Time
Training/Certification
· First Aid/CPR
· Medication Aide
Requirements
· Must be at least 19 years of age
· High school graduate or equivalent
· Valid driver's license
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefit
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Omaha, NE: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Autism experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Developmental disabilities experience: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $21
