What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP - Independent Contractor in Concord position at InReach?
Who We Are:
InReach provides a wide variety of services to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
We Offer:
- Competitive Wages
- Flexible Scheduling
- Partnership Discounts with Local Businesses
- Extensive Training Program
We Hire:
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) willing to make a difference in someone's life by providing companionship, care, and support.
We Need:
InReach needs an Independent Contractor to work as Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a Young Male Individual with Developmental Disabilities in Concord, NC 28025 in the Cabarrus County location.
DSP Staff will provide Community Living and Support Services and Respite Services in the home and out in the Community.
Schedule is Weekends Only with a total of 24 hours
**Must be able to handle behavior challenges** Must be ok with pets in the home**
Schedule: Saturday and Sunday (10am to 4pm) or (4pm to 10pm)
Pay Rate: CLS @ $20.35/hr and Respite @ $16.07/hr
What You'll Do:
- Instruction and assistance in home living environments.
- Help individual identify and acquire valued social roles.
- Facilitate community integration.
- Help individual develop healthy social habits.
- Dispense medication and monitoring dosages.
- Transport and accompany individual to and from day programs, work sites, and community activities.
All InReach applicants must have a high school diploma (or GED), a valid driver's license, and successfully pass a drug screen and background check. One to two years of experience with the I/DD population preferred.
*** This DSP position is an Independent Contractor position. Independent Contractors receive a 1099 tax form and use a third-party Contract Management vendor for their direct deposits. Additional fees required for Contractors include paying for state-required training, Occupational Accident Insurance, and administrative fees for the Contract Management vendor.
Salary : $16 - $20
