Direct Support Professional

Community Options Job Board; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Sign-on bonus

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

403b Retirement Plan

Employee incentive & discount programs

Job summary

Community Options, Inc is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Nashua, NH to provide person-centered care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, with PAID training and flexible shifts.

Starting pay is $19.00/hour. We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus for Full-Time DSP staff and a $500 sign-on bonus for Part-Time staff. Overtime and weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• No experience required; PAID training provided.

Responsibilities

• Foster a meaningful relationship between individuals and their community.
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess needs.
• Assist with daily living and independence skills/personal care.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to appointments and activities.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.

Skills

No experience required

Empathy

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiringFull-Time, Part-Time, PRNDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health AidesinNashua, NHto provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!

We are offering a $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS OPPORTUNITY for Full-Time DSP staff and a $500 SIGN ON BONUS Part-Time staff!

(You must successfully pass the 90-day introductory/probationary period per the Executive Director's approval to receive sign-on bonus)

Starting pay is $19.00/hour

Shifts Available: Monday-Friday 3PM-11PM, 11PM-7AM, 11PM-9AM (Nashua area)

Responsibilities

• Foster a meaningful relationship between the individuals and their community.
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess an individual's needs.
• Assist individuals with their daily living and independence skills/personal care.
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer
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