Direct Support Professional-- Aurora Day Program

New Horizons Rehabilitation, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

New Horizons is seeking a Day Program Support to assist individuals in the Life Skills Day Program. The role involves guiding daily living activities, transporting to resources, and teaching new skills while supporting personal care needs during program hours.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with problem-solving, time management, and organization. A valid driver’s license and completion of First Aid/CPR training are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities required.
• Must be able to problem-solve, manage time effectively, and stay organized.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Complete required training including First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in activities of daily living to individuals in the Life Skills Day Program.
• Transport individuals to and from community resources and events.
• Teach new skills and assist with personal care needs while participants attend the program.
• Maintain positive relationships with individuals supported and communicate effectively with team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Full Time Aurora, IN, US

Come Join Our Team!

At New Horizons, our employees are the heart of everything we do. They are a highly trained and deeply compassionate team, dedicated to making a difference in our clients’ lives. Their care and commitment are unmatched. Knowing they’ve positively impacted someone’s life is a reward in itself.

Day Program Support -- Life Skills

New Horizons is looking for a Day Program Support employee who will work with the individual(s), providing instruction in activities of daily living, transporting to and from community resources and events, teaching new skills, and assisting with personal care needs while the individual(s) attends the Life Skills Day Program.

A successful Day Program Support employee will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster a positive relationship with the individual(s) they support. The Day Program Support employee will need to utilize problem solving, time management, and organizational skills while working with the individual(s) they support.

Job Qualifications

Eighteen (18) Years of Age or older

High School Diploma or GED required

Valid Driver’s License

Complete required training including First Aid/CPR certification

Additional Information

Drug Test required

Background report and driving record required

TB test required

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Why Work at New Horizons

Opportunities for advancement

Work that matters

Supportive leadership

Hours and Location

Typical Hours: Monday – Friday, First Shift