What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Day Shift position at Needs Center?
Join The Needs Center and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact every day!
The NEEDS Center is looking for Direct Care Support Professionals for our DAY PROGRAM in Orange Park!
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities? Do you thrive in an environment where every day brings exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth? If so, we want you on our team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)!
The NEEDS Center is an organization dedicated to providing support services to adults with developmental disabilities, helping them live as independently as possible.
We currently have openings for Direct Care Support Professionals who will assist and support the adults in our care. With compassion, creativity, and a commitment to personalized care, you'll engage in activities that promote skill-building and enhance overall quality of life.
Hourly rate is $15.00 per hour.
Hours are Monday-Friday, 8AM - 4PM
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting and supporting individuals in daily routines.
- Implement clinical, educational and vocational programs.
- Observe and record data for programs established in their Individual and Behavior support plans.
- Participate with other team members to create a therapeutic environment that includes regular community membership.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, Bachelors degree preferred.
- Experience with behavior management preferred.
- Good driving record.
- Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
Our Great Benefits Include:
- Health insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
- Dental insurance, Vision insurance, and FSA
- 403B Retirement Plan
- Generous PTO and your birthday off.
- Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Remission.
- We also have exceptional professional growth opportunities including an opportunity for you to get your Master's Degree Tuition-Free!
The NEEDS Center specializes in providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There is a particular emphasis on providing services to individuals with interfering challenging behavior and/or dual diagnosis. The NEEDS Center’s philosophy is rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Positive Behavior Support (PSB). The services and supports provided by the NEEDS Center draw on the best of both disciplines in order to assist individuals to become as independent as they can be.
Pay: Starting at $15.00 per hour
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