Direct Support Professional

Aacres LLC; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Flexible Hours

Job summary

Aacres LLC, based in Washington, is seeking dedicated individuals to provide direct personalized support to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role focuses on ensuring safety, health, and active participation in the community while maintaining a clean and safe living environment.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED, possess a valid driver's license, and clear motor vehicle record. A commitment to respecting and enhancing individuals' dignity is essential.

This position offers benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a VALID Drivers License and a clear Motor Vehicle Record.
• Candidates must be able to successfully pass pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personalized support to ensure safety and health of individuals.
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Support individuals to become active members of their community.

Skills

Basic living skills

Communication

Community interaction

Recreation

Transportation support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Aacres was founded in 1974 on the philosophy of providing individualized community support for people with developmental disabilities. Our belief is that our clients can live in and contribute to the community when provided appropriate support.

We have a strong commitment to serving people, which is the cornerstone of our strength and success. Accepting people with respect and creativity enhances our ability to stand beside them through the difficult times in their lives.

Benefits

• Medical*
• Dental*
• Vision*
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Flexible Hours

*Benefit offered to employees classified as PT1 or FT

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide direct personalized support to ensure supported individuals' safety and health is maintained and they can experience the nature and quality of life of their choice based on their needs, preferences, aspirations, and decisions consistent with program guidelines, policies & procedures. Direct personalized supports include basic living skills, communication, community interaction, and recreation. Additional responsibilities include maintaining a clean, safe, stimulating living environment, providing transportation, and supporting individuals to become active members of their community. Service provisions focus on maintaining or enhancing the individual's dignity, well-being, autonomy, personal choice, self-esteem and teaching functional skills that are alternatives to maladaptive behavior.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Have a VALID Drivers License and a clear Motor Vehicle Record
• Candidates must be able to successfully pass pre-employment background check

**Minimum Requirements based on State Regulations**

Additional Information

Aacres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EOE guidelines.