Direct Support/Caregiver

LeadingAge Colorado; Waynesboro (Franklin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, a leading provider of services for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities, seeks dedicated Direct Support Professionals. This role involves assisting individuals in improving their daily living skills and engaging in community activities. The position offers flexible work hours and requires a High School Diploma, with a compassionate and reliable nature preferred.

Benefits

Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends

Compensation processed weekly

Personal and professional fulfillment

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance.
• Must be willing to complete background checks.
• Flexibility preferred for various assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing skills for daily living and social interaction.
• Engage in activities to promote independence within the community.
• Maintain training requirements for professional development.

Skills

Compassion

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal 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)
* Must be willing to complete given background checks
* Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance
* Must be 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 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.