What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Skills Unlimited Inc?
*Please go to www.skillsunlimitedinc.org to apply; click on New Job Listing*
Must have a high school diploma and able to pass a background check. Current driver's license and car insurance preferred but not required for all locations.
Are you caring and compassionate? Do you enjoy helping others to achieve their best self? Then this rewarding career is for you. You will be assisting individuals with developmental disabilities in a home setting to reach the goals they set for themselves.
Training for CPR, First Aid, AED, Medication Administration, and Mandt is required and will be provided to ensure you have the tools necessary to complete the job to the best of your abilities.
Come join a growing team today!
Go to www.skillsunlimitedinc.org to apply!*
*CI/PA program starts at $15.50 per hour'
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Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
Specific Benefit(s):
- On-the-job training
- Certification training provided
Duties:
- Reading, writing, and carrying out directions
- Charting or taking notes for others to review
- Providing companionship and supportive listening
- Reporting changes in the health or status of the client
- Taking vitals, height, and weight
- Feeding clients
- Maintaining patient’s health equipment
- Responding to emergency situations
- Administering medication
- Transporting client to appointments
- Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport
- Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
This Job Is:
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19
