Direct Support Professional (Longfield)

I Am Boundless; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Annual salary increases

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition discount opportunities

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Columbus, Ohio, is hiring a Residential Specialist to provide essential support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role focuses on direct programming, dietary assistance, and light housekeeping tasks. Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma, and communicate effectively in English. The organization offers a range of benefits including 401(k), medical insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.
• Must have valid Ohio Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct programming and support to individuals with I/DD.
• Assist with dietary, laundry, toileting, and housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Communication in English

First Aid

CPR - adult, child and infant

Basic housekeeping skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Want to make an impact? I Am Boundless is hiring for a Residential Specialist! Boundless is a non-profit organization specializing in assisting individuals with I/DD and has been serving Ohio for over 40 years. At I Am Boundless, we’re on a mission to build a world that realizes the boundless potential of all people. Join our team, which shares a common passion and purpose in empowering our community.

Benefits – Why Join Boundless?

Financial & Retirement

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% Employee Matching after Six Months of Employment – Immediately 100% Vested
• Annual Increases

Paid Time Off

• 80 Hours per year of paid time off for full-time and flex staff.
• Holiday Pay at Time & A Half

Health & Wellness

• Medical Insurance
• Free Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Life Insurance & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

Professional Support

• Tuition Discount Opportunities with Schools like Capella University & Franklin University
• A Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Training & Development Opportunities

Perks & Discounts

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Counseling, Therapy, Finance, Legal
• Discount Programs (Ex: Pet Insurance, Movie Tickets, Theme Parks, Costco Membership, etc.)
• Wellbeing Resources (Up to $50 off Health Insurance Premium Monthly)

What You’ll Do:

• As a Residential Specialist, you’ll play a meaningful role in providing direct programming and/or dietary/laundry/toileting/housekeeping supports or other supports to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age; High School Diploma or equivalent; must be able to communicate in English, including both spoken and in writing.

Licensure/Certification:

• First Aid, CPR - adult, child and infant; delegated nursing; valid Ohio Driver’s License with Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; proof of auto insurance.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a company where you can realize your Boundless potential! All candidates selected to undergo the pre-employment process will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and health screen, as applicable for the role. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.