Direct Support Professional/Caregiver

AbleLight; Columbine Valley (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is searching for a Direct Support Professional in Columbine Valley, CO, to provide essential support to individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, conducting errands, and helping individuals achieve their personal goals. Candidates must be high school graduates, able to pass a background check, and maintain required certifications. This position offers flexible hours up to 30 hours a week on an on-call basis.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required training and certifications.
• Must be able to be on-call.
• Must be able to be on-call.

Responsibilities

• Helping residents with dining, mobility, health, and hygiene activities.
• Accompanying individuals while running errands.
• Attending community occasions and activities.
• Assisting individuals in achieving personal goals.
• Scheduling doctor’s appointments.

Skills

Background check clearance

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional / DSP/ Caregiver

AbleLight (formerly Bethesda) is a nonprofit organization with the belief that the world shines brighter when people with disabilities reach their full potential! We provide life-changing services to support people at every step of their lives - from behavior supports and job coaches, to group homes and shared living sites, to opportunities for higher education through AbleLight College - and SO much more!

We currently have On-Call/Traveling Direct Support Professional positions available at our Group Homes in Littleton and Centennial, CO.

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing direct support, positive direction, and assistance to the individuals we support of all ages allowing them to be more effective in their everyday lives.

Job Duties:

• Helping residents with dining, mobility, health, and hygiene activities.
• Accompanying individuals while running errands.
• Attending special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
• Assisting our individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires.
• Scheduling doctor’s appointments.

Qualifications/Details:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all training and certifications as required by Federal and State Licensure requirements.
• Must be able to be on-call.
• Up to 30 hours per week. (On-Call status)