Direct Support Professional, DSP

Benchmark Human Services; Indiana; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Competitive pay

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee discounts with various vend.

Advancement opportunities

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals for our Hanover Supported Living Program. We offer paid training and competitive pay to help individuals live as independently as possible in their communities.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety at home and in the community, assisting with daily living skills, medication administration, documentation, and ongoing trainings to meet state and program standards. Experience is welcome but not required; training is provided.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Access to a vehicle in good working order.
• Minimum eighteen (18) years of age.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the individuals safety at home and in the community.
• Assist the individuals served with daily living skills, including but not limited to individual care, hygiene care, community safety, social skills and household tasks, such as meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.
• Administer medications and follow physicians' orders concerning medications and treatments.
• Monitor the general well-being of the individual served and follow supervisor/nurse instructions.
• Attend and maintain proper training and certifications, including but not limited to first aid, CPR, Medication Administration, and behavior management training, as required to comply with federal, state and program requirements and standards.
• Report to work as scheduled and follow set standards.
• Complete proper documentation relating to the healthcare of individuals served, including MARs, doctor visit forms, healthcare notes, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Access to a vehicle

18+ years of age

Experience with developmental disabil.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Our Supported Living Program in Hanover is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals. Pay is competitive, and experience is not required, as we provide paid training.

Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Competitive pay.
• Life insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee discounts with various vendors.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Referral bonuses.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the individuals safety at home and in the community.
• Assist the individuals served with daily living skills, including but not limited to individual care, hygiene care, community safety, social skills and household tasks, such as meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.
• Administer medications and follow physicians' orders concerning medications and treatments.
• Monitor the general well-being of the individual served and follow supervisor/nurse instructions.
• Attend and maintain proper training and certifications, including but not limited to first aid, CPR, Medication Administration, and behavior management training, as required to comply with federal, state and program requirements and standards.
• Report to work as scheduled and follow set standards.
• Complete proper documentation relating to the healthcare of individuals served, including MARs, doctor visit forms, healthcare notes, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Access to a vehicle in good working order.
• Minimum eighteen (18) years of age.

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

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