What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support - IDD Independent Living position at GoodLife Innovations?
Direct Support - IDD Independent Living
Full-Time, $15 - $17.50/hr*
Full-Time, $15 - $17.50/hr*
$250 Hiring Bonus!
GoodLife Innovations is seeking Direct Support Professionals to promote independent living for adults with disabilities at our Wichita Neighborhood Network.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will help the people we serve by teaching and rewarding daily living skills. Your day will be spent in Neighborhood Network residences, our Day Service Clubhouse, and out in the community to assist with client goals and building independence. You will build lasting relationships through community outings, functional activities, and daily companionship!
GoodLife Innovations is seeking Direct Support Professionals to promote independent living for adults with disabilities at our Wichita Neighborhood Network.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will help the people we serve by teaching and rewarding daily living skills. Your day will be spent in Neighborhood Network residences, our Day Service Clubhouse, and out in the community to assist with client goals and building independence. You will build lasting relationships through community outings, functional activities, and daily companionship!
Available schedules:
- Thursday/Friday/Saturday 7am-8pm
- Sunday/Tuesday/Wednesday 7am-8pm
- Sunday/Monday/Tuesday 7am-8pm
- Wednesday/Thursday 7am-8pm Saturday 8am-9pm
- $250 Hiring Bonus
- Weekly pay
- Health insurance reimbursement (ICHRA)
- Dental/vision/life insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Paid time-off
- Matching 401k
- Career advancement opportunities
Some duties include
- Teaching and supporting daily living skills (social skills, cooking, cleaning, money management)
- Transporting clients to community activities, appointments, and community jobs in company vehicle
- Facilitating safe and fun community outings (bowling, volunteering, museums, library)
- Assisting persons served to actively engage and appropriately participate in group activities
- Supporting clients in developing and maintaining relationships with friends, family, and community members
- Providing monitoring and remote support via various tech-based monitoring systems
- Documenting accurate records of services provided and progress made
Some qualifications:
- Previous teaching or caregiving experience preferred, but not required
- Must be a safe driver and have a valid driver's license
- Compassion for helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Must successfully pass criminal background check
- Flexibility in assigned working location based on client needs
This pay range represents GoodLife's average hourly rate for this role at the time of posting. Compensation offered will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, shift type, differentials, and program location.
Salary : $15 - $18
