Direct Support Professional — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

403b retirement plan

Career growth

Great coworkers

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Santa Fe, NM is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides. Roles include full-time, part-time and PRN positions to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

No experience required; PAID training provided. Starting pay: $16.80 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, and community participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and remain calm in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and report concerns.
• Support development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social and recreational activities.
• Transport to medical appointments and activities as needed.
• Maintain program documentation and billable records.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Santa Fe, NM is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides. Roles include full-time, part-time and PRN positions to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

No experience required; PAID training provided. Starting pay: $16.80 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, and community participation.