Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)

SLE Supported Living and Employment Services; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

SLE Supported Living and Employment Services in Perryville, MO is seeking a Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily activities, in homes and the community, and to promote independence.

No experience required—paid training is provided. You will help with daily tasks, transportation, personal care, and support goals, while documenting progress and communicating with families and staff.

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.

Responsibilities

• Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities.
• Help clients access community resources and participate in social activities.
• Provide transportation to clients 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 ISP.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer basics

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perryville, Missouri Full Time No experience necessary! We provide free training! We just need your compassionate, caring heart!

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.

What you’ll get to do as a Direct Support Professional

• Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities
• Help clients to 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

Employee Benefits Package

• Employee Benefits Package - paid time off, health insurance, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Employee Discounts - Verizon, AT&T, and more
• Employee Assistance Program - counseling, legal aid, and financial guidance at no cost to you
• Mileage Reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Top-Notch Training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career Advancement Opportunities - promoting from within
• Welcoming, Warm, Supportive Work Culture - an environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Position Perks & Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Embrace Our Supportive Culture

At Firefly, we foster a culture where our associates are treasured as our greatest asset. We recognize that their fulfillment directly influences the exceptional services we provide. As a valued member of our team, you will be embraced by a supportive environment that encourages your growth and empowers you to harness your strengths through continuous training and professional development opportunities.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Brightli is on a Mission

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! We look forward to hearing from you soon!