Direct Support Professional - part time

Accessible Space; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness rebate

Training

Amazing team

Growth opportunities

Competitive starting wage $16-$17/hour

Job summary

Accessible Space seeks part-time Direct Support Professionals at our Spencer Street location to assist individuals with daily living activities and skills training. Earn a competitive wage of $16–$17 per hour, with DOQ, and enjoy 3 weeks PTO in your first year plus tuition reimbursement and wellness benefits.

Responsibilities include mobility and hygiene assistance, cognitive and functional skills training, and maintaining client charts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 18+ years of age.
• English language ability to communicate with clients and staff.
• Pass a background check as required by Nevada.
• Willingness to participate in required training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (mobility, transfers, hygiene, dressing).
• Provide functional skills training (cooking, shopping, cleaning).
• Offer cognitive skills training (memory, speech, language).
• Monitor client activities at the site and ensure safety.
• Maintain accurate charting and documentation of care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are hiring part-time Direct Support Professionals at our Spencer Street location to join our team!

Why join our team?

• Competitive starting wage $16-$17 hour DOQ
• Variety of shifts available
• Earn up to 3 weeks paid time off your first year
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness rebate
• Be part of an amazing team dedicated to making a difference in individuals' lives.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development through ongoing training.
• Outstanding leadership - within a successful, growing, long-established organization

Direct Support Professional position overview and responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living - mobility, transfers, hygiene, dressing and related areas.
• Provide functional skills training - assistance / instruction in cooking, shopping, cleaning
• Offer cognitive skills training - memory training, reinforcing speech and language
• Monitor client activities at the site
• Maintain accurate charting/documentation

Direct Support Professional Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, and a minimum age of 18 (as required by the State of Nevada).
• Read, write, hear, understand, and speak English to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals
• Must be able to pass a background check as required by the state of Nevada
• Previous health care experience a plus but not required - we provide training
• A valid Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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