Direct Support Professional - Lawrence County

Pals A Chrysalis Health Company; South Point (OH); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Pals A Chrysalis Health Company in South Point, OH is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. Your responsibilities will include providing supervision, supporting daily activities, and ensuring a positive experience for the individuals you serve.

We offer competitive wages starting at $16.50 per hour, in addition to benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k plan. Join our team and make a difference today!

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current Ohio Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Willing and able to supervise and assist adults with Developmental Disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Supply accurate documentation of care and services.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Supervision skills

Adaptability with diverse groups

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location: Lawrence Day Program - South Point, OH 45680

Salary Range: $16.50 - $16.50 Hourly

Job Category: Health Care - Direct Support Professional (DSP)

At PALS, we offer competitive wages and benefits including Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401k, Education Assistance and Paid Training.

Do you believe your first responsibility is to the Individuals you serve? Do you believe your individuals and their families deserve the best experience? Do you believe you can make a difference? If you answered yes to these questions, PALS is the place for you!

For over a decade, PALS has been providing excellent services for the Individuals we serve. PALS is seeking experienced, energetic, strong and dedicated staff to assist in leading the exceptional services that are delivered to our Individuals daily.

Join our team today!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As a DSP, your day will be what you make it! You will work with our Individuals with developmental disabilities, providing supervision and support, assisting with daily activities for living, providing safe transportation, and supplying accurate documentation of care and services provided. You can accomplish these duties in a fun and satisfying manner by serving as a friend and mentor to our individuals, while planning, encouraging and carrying out fun and fruitful social and occupational activities!

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Current Ohio Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Acceptable Criminal Background verification
• Willingness to provide fun yet responsible supervision and assistance to adults with Developmental Disabilities
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals
• Maintains current and annual training requirements

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching after 1 year
• Dental Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Vision Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

PALS CHRYSALIS HEALTH CO. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PALS CHRYSALIS HEALTH CO. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.