Direct Support Professional (JM)

Moore Center; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Moore Center in Manchester is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work 32 hours weekly, Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, for a young man with Down syndrome.

Daily tasks include helping with morning routines, organizing his room and movie collection, transportation to work and activities, and supporting independent daily living with patient guidance.

Basic personal care is required, and a High School diploma with at least one year in human services or health care is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year in human services or health care is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database systems.
• Clean background checks (criminal, motor vehicle, Elderly/Adult Services).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide support getting ready in the morning.
• Assist client in organizing and maintaining his room and movie collection.
• Provide transportation to jobs and community activities.
• Assist client in completing tasks and working with him.
• Support independence and encourage self-sufficiency in daily activities.
• Some personal care assistance during the day.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database systems

Job description

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Looking for a direct support provider to work 32 hours weekly Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM for a young man with Down syndrome - $20/hr.

• Provide support getting ready in the morning
• Assist client in organizing and maintaining his room and his collection of movies
• Provide transportation to jobs and community activities
• Provide assistance working together in completing his jobs
• Client volunteers at the Manchester Library, works part time at TJ Maxx
• Client swims at the YMCA and likes shopping
• He needs someone who is patient who will encourage him to be independent
• Some personal care required during the day

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year in human services or health care required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems
• Clean criminal, motor vehicle and Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services background checks
• Valid driver’s license, 100,000/300,000 liability insurance and reliable vehicle.