Caregivers needed near you- Flexible schedule

Aimcareers; Union Dale (PA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours (evenings & weekends)

Personal fulfillment

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in community and home settings.

You will help clients develop daily living and social skills, and participate in activities that foster independence. Ideal candidates are compassionate, organized, and communicative, with a High School Diploma or GED, willingness to complete background checks, and a valid driver's license to drive clients in the community.

Qualifications

• Compassionate care for others and reliable interpersonal skills.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Willing to complete background checks and hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing daily living and social skills.
• Engage individuals in activities to promote independence and community participation.
• Maintain required 24-hour training and comply with program guidelines.

Skills

Compassionate

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Driver eligibility

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

• * Compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others
• * Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• * Wiilling 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.