Direct Support Professional - Arnold Full Time Evening Shift

Pony Bird, Inc.; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Great benefits

Job summary

Pony Bird, Inc. in Arnold, MO is hiring Full Time Evening Shift Direct Support Professionals to empower residents with intellectual and physical disabilities.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour, with evening ($2), midnight ($2.50), and weekend ($2) shift differentials to recognize varied hours and dedication. The role includes assisting residents with daily living, supporting independence, meal preparation, and helping them stay engaged in home and community activities while maintaining a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Patience and positive attitude toward persons with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to respond calmly in emergencies.
• Light computer skills for data entry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents by encouraging independence and providing supports.
• Help residents achieve goals of their design.
• Assist with meal preparation and maintaining a comfortable home.
• Engage residents in community activities.
• Support residents in staying connected with family and friends.

Skills

Good interpersonal communication

Follow oral and written directions

Patience and positive attitude

Problem solving

Emergency calmness

Light computer skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Minimum age 21

Job description

Pony Bird, Inc. is looking for Full Time Evening Shift Direct Support Professionals! We provide comprehensive, high-quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a fun, enriching, and supportive environment.

Benefits

Do you enjoy empowering people? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life? If so, Pony Bird is the place for you. Pony Bird's core values of compassion, dignity, respect, integrity, and teamwork drive our programs and services. We pride ourselves on our commitment to going above and beyond for our employees with benefits including:

STARTING PAY OF $18.00

Evening Shift Differential $2.00 / Midnight Shift Differential $2.50 / Weekend Shift Differential $2.00

PAID TRAINING

Great Benefits

We are looking for people to join our team at our Arnold location immediately. This position assists the residents/individuals by encouraging independence while providing supports to help them be successful in their home and community; working with the residents/individuals to assist in achieving goals of their design; supports with preparing meals, maintaining a comfortable home, engaging in their community and staying connected to family and friends are just a few areas we work toward assisting them in their choices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• At least 21 years old
• Reliable transportation
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and problem solve
• Demonstrate patience, sensitivity, and positive attitude towards persons experiencing severe to profound developmental disabilities
• Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations (accidents, seizures, fire, etc.)
• Light computer skills to include data entry and word processing
• Work requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Learn more about what it's like to be a member of the Pony Bird team at www.ponybird.org/news

Pony Bird, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer