Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Community Options, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

University partnerships for tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Amarillo, Texas. This role involves providing person-centered care for individuals with disabilities, assisting with daily routines, and ensuring active participation in community activities.

Benefits include competitive insurance options, generous paid time off, and exceptional career growth opportunities. Starting pay is $13.00 per hour with multiple shifts available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines like cooking and medication administration.
• Monitor health and medical needs of individuals and report concerns.

Skills

Ability to establish supportive relationships

Good judgment in crisis situations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN (floater) Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Amarillo, TX to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!

Multiple Shifts Available! Weekends, Overnight, One-to-one, and more! Starting pay: $13.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Benefits

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Great coworkers/team that support you
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V