Community Enrichment Specialist: Direct Care

Lifespan Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Full-time benefits: medical, dental, 4

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403b retirement plan with employer-mat

Job summary

LIFESPAN is hiring compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support people with disability in the home and community setting. You will provide one-to-one care and help individuals gain independence in daily activities.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Center City - Charlotte, NC 28202. LIFESPAN offers paid training and benefits for full-time employees, including medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 403b retirement plan with employer

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED).

Responsibilities

• Teach skills to promote independence.
• Support community inclusion and integration.
• Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
• Provide guidance and support in daily activities.
• Assist with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene.
• Assist with preparation of meals.
• Monitor and report on status of health and safety objectives.
• Assist with participation in leisure/recreational activities.
• Use electronic health record to document activities and significant events.
• Submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines.
• Complete initial and ongoing training, and participate in staff development activities.
• Depending on the person you support, you may be required to: administer medications (training provided); provide transportation; assist with mobility (transfers, Hoyer lift, gait belt).

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

LIFESPAN is hiring compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support people with disability in the home and community setting. You will provide one-to-one care and help individuals gain independence in daily activities.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Center City - Charlotte, NC 28202. LIFESPAN offers paid training and benefits for full-time employees, including medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 403b retirement plan with employer