Direct Support Professional - Paid Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee incentives

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. They are hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in San Antonio, TX with paid training offered.

Starting pay is $13.20 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, transportation to appointments, and documenting care.

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.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

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.

Skills

Direct care

Patient rapport

Crisis judgment

Community integration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. They are hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in San Antonio, TX with paid training offered.

Starting pay is $13.20 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, transportation to appointments, and documenting care.