Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)

SLE Supported Living and Employment Services; Bolivar (MO); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career advancement opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

SLE Supported Living and Employment Services in Bolivar, Missouri, is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) to work with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will assist clients in their daily tasks, promote their independence, and help them achieve their personal goals.

No experience is needed as we provide comprehensive training to ensure you succeed in this rewarding role. You will work primarily in clients' homes and communities, and must be prepared to work varying shifts, including weekends.

Benefits include paid time off, health, dental, vision insurance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Formación

• Compassionate and dedicated to helping others improve their lives.
• Ability to assist clients with daily tasks and promote their independence.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsabilidades

• Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities.
• Provide transportation to clients for appointments and shopping.
• Teach clients to live independently, including cooking and managing money.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Ability to work alone and in a team

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? Do you want to work in a fulfilling career where you can help others reach their full potential? As a Direct Support Professional (Caregiver), you’ll have the opportunity to do just that! If you are compassionate and dedicated to helping others improve their lives, you can look forward to a rewarding career of providing support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enriching their lives while making a living! You will assist clients with daily tasks, promote their independence, and help them achieve their personal goals. Don’t miss out on this rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on someone’s life as well as yours! No experience necessary; we provide free training.

Responsibilities

• Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities.
• Help clients access community resources and participate in social activities.
• Provide transportation to clients out into the community for appointments and shopping.
• Teach clients to live independently, including cooking, cleaning, and managing money.
• Help clients with daily tasks, like personal care and hygiene.
• Write notes about client progress and achievements.
• Communicate the client’s progress with clients, families, and staff.
• Understand and follow the client’s Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Pass a background check.

Work Environment

Work mostly in clients’ homes and communities, with some travel. May require lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds. Work in various settings, including private homes, public spaces, and outdoors. Must be able to work varying shifts, including weekends.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance and more.
• Top‑notch training – initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive.
• Career advancement opportunities – promoting from within.
• Employee discounts (Verizon, AT&T, etc.).
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal aid, and financial guidance at no cost.
• Mileage reimbursement for work functions requiring travel.
• Company-sponsored WORK‑HOME instruments such as phones, internet, etc., as needed.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.