Direct Support Professional - Day Shift, Full-Time, $19/hr

Pony Bird, Inc.; De Soto (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $19.00

Weekend shift differential $2.00

Paid training

Great benefits

Job summary

Pony Bird, Inc. in DeSoto, MO is seeking Direct Support Professionals on the day shift (full-time, 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.) to assist individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include daily living assistance, such as feeding, hygiene, and mobility, and accompanying individuals on community outings. The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED, 18+, reliable transportation, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years old.
• Reliable transportation.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and problem solve.
• Patience, sensitivity and positive attitude toward individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies (accidents, seizures, fire, etc.).
• Light computer skills (data entry/word processing).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals served with daily living needs (feeding, exercising, bathing, hygiene, dressing).
• Support activities and accompany outings in the community.
• Provide a safe, comfortable, healthy and happy environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Follow directions

Patience & empathy

Emergency readiness

Computer skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pony Bird, Inc. in DeSoto, MO is seeking Direct Support Professionals on the day shift (full-time, 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.) to assist individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include daily living assistance, such as feeding, hygiene, and mobility, and accompanying individuals on community outings. The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED, 18+, reliable transportation, and strong interpersonal skills.