What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Specialized Direct Support position at Upper Valley Services?
Upper Valley Services (UVS) is one of Vermonts designated non-profit agencies serving people with developmental disabilities and adults who are eligible for Adult Family Care.
$1000.00 Hiring Bonus
UVS is seeking a kind, positive and patient Specialized DSP to fill in when needed.
- Employment support
- Community support
- Personal care
- Communication support
- Working within a tight-knit support team that has built-in resources and expertise
- Extensive training/ shadowing opportunities will be offered for all areas of the role
Looking for:
- Physically able to lift and carry 50lbs.
- Commitment to the role of communication partner, requires engagement with adaptive technology
- High capacity for self-regulation
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Candidates will undergo a background check, must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and auto insurance.
A $500 hiring bonus will be offered to the selected candidate at the time of hire and another $500.00 bonus after successfully completing 6 consecutive months in the position.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee to perform this job. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or change the employment-at-will status of the employment relationship for the employee or the Agency.
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of UVS to insure, in compliance with and to the limits of federal and state laws, that all employment decisions and actions are made without regard to religion, gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, age, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, having a positive test result on an HIV related blood test or any other legally protected classification. If an individual with a disability requires a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of his or her position or job for which he or she has applied, upon request, UVS will provide such accommodation in compliance with state and federal laws.
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