What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly Services Direct Support Professional position at TURN Community Services?
TURN Community Services in St. George is looking to hire a full or part-time Hourly Services Direct Support Professional - DSP. Are you a people person? Would you like a job that offers meaningful work? Are you looking for a part-time job that requires no experience? If so, please read on!
This entry-level caregiving position earns a competitive wage of $16.50/hour. We provide excellent benefits, including a $600 sign-on bonus, an employee assistance program (EAP), and 21 hours of paid time off (PTO). Additionally, we offer our full-time (30 hours /week) employees a health plan through health reimbursement accounts (HRA) with an option to participate in a health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, accrued paid time off (PTO) following a waiting period, a 401(k) with employer match, an employee assistance program (EAP), life, and disability. If this sounds like the right part-time opportunity for you, apply today!
WORK SCHEDULE
We are hiring at three locations and the part-time schedules vary for each:
- Pleasant Grove - Thursdays from 3:00 - 6:30 pm, Fridays from 3:00 - 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 12:00 - 4:00 pm
- Provo - Wednesdays for 2 hours (schedule is flexible) and Thursdays from 7:00 - 10:00 pm
- Mapleton - 2nd and 4th Sundays from 1:10 - 3:40 pm
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN HOURLY SERVICES DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - DSP
As an entry-level Hourly Services Direct Support Professional - DSP, you support individuals with developmental disabilities to live their lives as independently as possible. Your support is needed in many areas of daily living including medication administration, hygiene, grooming, shopping, meal preparation, transportation, and housekeeping. You also assist them with grocery shopping, running errands, and finding activities that they enjoy. As needed, you provide physical support such as lifting individuals in and out of wheelchairs.
Using effective mentoring techniques, you provide hand-over-hand assistance. You help to maintain individuals' personal spending ledgers and review their checking/savings accounts as needed. You also assist with employment, making sure individuals can perform their jobs as expected. Conscientiously, you keep accurate and up-to-date documentation as well as promptly report any concerns about health or safety. You find it rewarding to help others lead self-fulfilling lives!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN HOURLY SERVICES DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - DSP
- 18 years of age
- Basic arithmetic skills and the ability to read
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- Reliable transportation with current insurance
- A heart for serving individuals with disabilities
No experience is needed for this entry-level position! Do you have superior interpersonal and communication skills? Can you remain calm and patient in stressful situations? Are you a dependable worker who we can count on? If yes, you might just be perfect for this caregiving position!
ABOUT TURN COMMUNITY SERVICES
TURN Community Services was founded in 1973 by a group of parents who wanted better services for their adult children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide resources to more than 850 individuals with developmental disabilities. With locations from Brigham City to St. George, we offer a full range of services including day programs, residential living, art center programs, summer camp, and supported employment opportunities.
The mission of our nonprofit is to TURN dreams into reality! That applies to our employees as well. We genuinely care about the people in our employ and want to make a difference in their lives and careers. We offer generous benefits and promote a work environment where everyone supports each other.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR CAREGIVING TEAM?
If you're looking for an entry-level position that requires no experience, and you feel that you would be right for this part-time job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 84790
Must be able to pass a background check upon hire. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.
Salary : $17
