Caregivers needed - multiple locations available!

Aimcareers; Coopersburg (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Meaningful work

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in daily living and community participation.

You will support skill development, engage in activities, and help individuals live more independently. The role requires compassionate care, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, willingness to complete background checks, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance.
• Willing to complete background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals as they develop and maintain daily living and social skills.
• Engage in activities to help Individuals live more independently in the community.
• Maintain annual 24-hour training requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Come create a colorful difference with Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS)!!!

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community and home-based services to persons with autism and intellectual disabilities. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve Individuals' life experiences.

The individuals we support are in need of dedicated, caring, and reliable Direct Support Professionals eager to make a difference in their lives!

DESCRIPTION OF CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY

• Assist Individuals as they develop and maintain skills to improve their daily-living and social skills
• Engage in activities with Individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

• Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Willing to complete given background checks
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance
• Willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignments

ADVANTAGES

• Compensation processed weekly
• Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends
• Personal and professional fulfillment in an impactful role

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is an EEO employer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Candidates submitting their resume also usually have experience or interest in other roles including Residential Aides, Direct Support Professional, DSPs, Care Givers, Aides, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.