Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Community Options, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Lubbock, TX, to provide person-centered care for individuals with disabilities. No experience is necessary as paid training is provided. Starting pay is $14.00 per hour. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and the ability to establish supportive relationships.

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 receiving supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cooking, feeding, and medication administration.
• Monitor health and medical needs of individuals.

Skills

Ability to establish a comfortable relationship

Good judgment in crisis situations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Lubbock, 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! No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay: $14.00/per hour

We are offering a $250.00 employee referral bonus (Employee must successfully pass 90-day introductory period)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)


• 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


• Employees must cooperate with the licensee 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 situation


• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)


• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday


• Generous PTO


• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs


• 403b Retirement Plan

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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