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Direct Support Professional
Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Do you want a job that is personally fulfilling, creative, flexible, and rewarding? Does diversity, inclusion and advocacy matter to you? Then we want you to come check out MSSCA! We are looking for caring, creative, and energetic individuals to provide individualized services to people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes, out in the community, or in group homes.
MSSCA is a home grown non-profit that has been serving the Mat-Su Valley community since 1985. Direct Support Professionals at MSSCA receive extensive paid training, great job benefits, and the chance to make a lasting difference in someone's life. You'll be part of a team that has the goal of giving individuals and their families the chance to live their lives to the fullest.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to:
Hours of Work: Part-Time And Full-Time Positions
Can work a set schedule or flex schedule, as needed. Evenings, mornings, daytime hours available, weekdays and weekend hours open. Schedule built off your availability and the requested hours of individuals needing services.
Here is the good stuff we offer (*conditions apply):
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mssca.mitcawm.com/jobs
MSSCA is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and consumer need.
After interview if you are selected to hire then you will need to agree to a background check run through the state of Alaska. The background check is done by our HR staff and the associated fee is deducted from the first paycheck. This is a requirement of all workers in industries that work with children and vulnerable adults.
Part Time
Ancillary Healthcare
$35k-38k (estimate)
04/19/2023
06/12/2024
mssca.org
WASILLA, AK
25 - 50
1985
JOHN CANNON
$10M - $50M
Ancillary Healthcare
The job skills required for Direct Support Professional include CPR, etc. Having related job skills and expertise will give you an advantage when applying to be a Direct Support Professional. That makes you unique and can impact how much salary you can get paid. Below are job openings related to skills required by Direct Support Professional. Select any job title you are interested in and start to search job requirements.
The following is the career advancement route for Direct Support Professional positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Direct Support Professional, it can be promoted into senior positions as a Home Care Aide I that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Direct Support Professional. You can explore the career advancement for a Direct Support Professional below and select your interested title to get hiring information.
If you are interested in becoming a Direct Support Professional, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Direct Support Professional for your reference.
Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.
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Assisting clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing.
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Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, washing dishes and tidying.
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Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule.
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Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments.
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Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs.
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Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.
Career tips from people on Direct Support Professional jobs
First aid certified.
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Understanding of various disabilities.
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These support professionals need to maintain composure and approach crisis situations calmly.
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Employers must be able to rely on their support professionals to show up on time and reliably complete all assigned tasks.
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Knowledgeable about patient care
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