Direct Support Professional-Fremont- Multiple Openings!

Hands Of Heartland Inc; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Hands of Heartland Inc. in Fremont, NE is hiring Direct Support Professionals for multiple openings. Positions are part-time with potential to become full-time, offering day and evening shifts. You will assist individuals with daily living, support independence, and promote community inclusion while transporting clients as needed.

Starting pay is $16 per hour, with a range of $16–$17 per hour; CNA license or experience may earn more. Training is provided, no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• Experience not required– we will train you!

Responsibilities

• Directly work with people with developmental disabilities assisting and supporting them with day-to-day living activities.
• Assist individuals with ADLs such as hygiene, dressing, mobility and meal preparation.
• Support individuals in developing and maintaining skills and independence.
• Follow person-centered support plans and document progress as required.
• Monitor health and well-being and ensure safety and dignity at all times.
• Encourage social interaction and community inclusion.
• Transport individuals in a motor vehicle.

Job description

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Direct Support Professional-Fremont- Multiple Openings!

Part Time Professional Fremont, NE, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2004

Salary Range: $16.00 To $17.00 Hourly

At Hands of Heartland, we believe that people with developmental disabilities are people first. We at Hands of Heartland will always place the person before the program — striving daily to embody the message our name states.

Hands of Heartland is looking for compassionate and caring individuals to work with the people we support as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). We are hiring for multiple DSP positions in Fremont, NE!

What You’ll Do: In general you will work directly with people with developmental disabilities assisting and supporting them with day to day living activities.

Hiring for Multiple DSP Positions:

• Day Center DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities with planned group-based or individual-focused activities at the day center and in community settings.
  
• Independent Living Support DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities, providing compassionate and respectful assistance to help them live as independently as possible. You must display a strong sense of professionalism as you may be going into other people’s homes in this position depending on the person's needs.
• Intermittent Services DSP, you will support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities with day to day living activities intermittently. You will support individuals with various activities in a home environment and in community settings. Y ou must display a strong sense of professionalism as you may be going into other people’s homes in this position depending on the person's needs.

Key Responsibilities for all DSP positions:

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, dressing, mobility, and meal preparation, based on the individual’s level of need.
• Support the individual in developing and maintaining skills, which could include money management, household chores, self-advocacy, and communication. Based on individual's needs, goals, and support plan.
• Implement goals and objectives from the individual’s person-centered support plan and document progress as required.
• Monitor and promote the individual’s health and well-being while following safety protocols. Ensure individuals are treated with dignity and respect at all times.
• Encourage social interaction and community inclusion through meaningful activities and relationship building.
• This position requires you to transport individuals in a motor vehicle.

Shift Need and Hours:

• Part-time hours available with chance of becoming full-time eventually.
• 8a-3p or 3p-9p. Every other weekend may be required.
• Flexible scheduling is available as some shift hours may vary depending upon the individual's needs.

Skillset Needed for the Job: Ability to work independently in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. Flexible and willing to adapt to change. Know the value of communication. Desire to support people and encourage them to reach goals.

Personality Traits: Empathy. Patience. Understanding. Compassion. Adaptable. Respectful. Dependable. Sound Judgement.

Requirements: Must be at least18 years old. Must have a valid driver’s license and car insurance. Must be able to pass all background checks. Experience not required- we will train you!

Pay: Starting pay is $16 per hour. Pay range is $16-$17 per hour. We pay more for experience and if you have a CNA license. Incentives also available.

If this sounds like you, we would love to talk to you about working at Hands of Heartland.