Direct Care Professional – IDD Support & Growth

Life Help; Indianola (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health Insurance

Free Dental Insurance

Free Life Insurance

State Retirement

13 paid holidays, including your生日

Personal and Medical leave accruing月度

FMLA benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Deferred Comp

Employee Assistance Program

Student Loan forgiveness through HRSA

LPC Supervision

Mileage Reimbursement (as applicable)

Voluntary Additional Life and Disabled

Job summary

Life Help in Mississippi is a regional community mental health center dedicated to helping individuals in need. Our team pursues compassionate, evidence-based care and ongoing professional growth within a supportive work environment.

As part of the IDD program, you will assist with daily activities, help individuals increase independence, support meal and transportation needs, and coordinate community outings while maintaining dignity and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Class D Mississippi Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assist Supervisors in implementing and coordinating the day to day activities of individuals in the IDD programs.
• Work directly with individuals in the Program to increase their abilities and independence.
• Assist with personal care needs of the individuals.
• Assist with meals and snacks.
• Assist with transportation needs of the individuals.
• Assist with community outing/Job explorations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Life Help in Mississippi is a regional community mental health center dedicated to helping individuals in need. Our team pursues compassionate, evidence-based care and ongoing professional growth within a supportive work environment.

As part of the IDD program, you will assist with daily activities, help individuals increase independence, support meal and transportation needs, and coordinate community outings while maintaining dignity and safety.