Direct Support Professional - Respite Center
Direct Support Professional - Respite Center
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Job Description
Position Summary:
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in the Respite Center program you will support individuals with developmental disabilities ages 6-21 who require protective oversight behavioral support or assistance with activities of daily living to maximize their ability to be as independent as possible. In this role you will work to implement individualized support plans promote the wellbeing of our youth and provide training coaching and assistance to youth in all areas of their lives. Additionally you can expect to assist with transporting youth providing personal care needs completing and maintaining reports assisting in meal preparation and other housekeeping tasks. The Respite Center program is a weekend program that operates from Friday at 5 p.m. through Sunday at 6 p.m. in OFallon.
Schedule:
PT 16-18 Hrs. Flexible Schedule; Friday Saturday and Sunday various shifts
Pay Rate:
Starting at $20-23 per hour
Position Requirements:
- Must be 18 or older
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- 6 months experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
- Must meet prerequisites for employment which includes:
- Criminal Background Check
- Division of Aging Employee Disqualification List and
- A valid drivers license proof of vehicle insurance and an acceptable driving record must be maintained. Those over 21 years of age must be able to drive a large van and take and pass defensive driving course
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is required.
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Community Living Inc. is an equal opportunity employer andcomplieswith all applicable federal state and local fair employment practices laws. Community Living strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees or applicantswithregard torace color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) parental status national origin age disability genetic information (including family medical history) political affiliation military service or other non-merit based factorsor any other legally protected status.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
