Direct Support Professional (Host Home)

Community Options, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays—including a Birthday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth

Great coworkers/team

University partnerships with tuition

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Dallas/Garland, Texas is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aide to provide person-centered care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a full-time and part-time opportunity for professional growth in a supportive nonprofit environment.

Starting pay is $13.00 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, assisting with daily routines, health monitoring, skill development, and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Engage individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, businesses, and families.

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 and Part-TimeDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aide, inDallas/Garland, Texasto 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!

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

Why Community Options?

• 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 Employer M/F/D/V