Direct Support Professional - PT

LIFESPAN Incorporated; United States; Presencial; USD 17 000 - 24 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Paid training

PTO and benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403b with match

Resumo da oferta

LIFESPAN Incorporated is seeking an entry-level caregiver to support children and adults with disabilities. You will teach skills, promote independence, and help with daily activities while fostering community inclusion in a compassionate team environment.

Schedule: up to 28 hours per week with flexible M-F shifts; available 8am–3pm or 9am–3pm, with options to tailor days and hours to fit schedules. Rate $15/hour, with full-time benefits for eligible staff.

Qualificações

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of two consecutive years.
• Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check.
• Pass driving record check if providing transportation.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Note: First Aid/CPR certification is required or training provided by Red Cross instructors.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsabilidades

• Teach skills to promote independence.
• Support community inclusion and integration.
• Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
• Provide guidance and support in daily activities.
• Assist with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
• Assist with preparation of meals.
• Monitor and report on health and safety objectives.
• Assist with participation in leisure/recreational activities.
• Use electronic health records to document activities.
• Submit documentation and payroll data on time.
• Complete initial and ongoing training and staff development.
• Administer medications; training provided; nursing team supports you.
• Provide transportation to and from designated sites.
• Assist people with mobility needs using transfer techniques, Hoyer lift, or gait belt.

Conhecimentos

Driver's license

First Aid/CPR

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Health & safety awareness

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Ferramentas

Hoyer lift

Gait belt

Electronic health record (EHR)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Entry Level Job Applicants Welcome!

At sunrise, a different kind of adventure begins. One where every step helps illuminate the abilities of children and adults with disabilities.

Here, our hero doesnt seek glory, but the possibility of opening doors to education, empowering meaningful employment, and creating joyful moments of enrichment. With compassion as your compass and integrity as your guide, you will help others live, work, and play fully in their communities today and throughout their lifetime.

Alongside a team united by purpose, you will discover that true impact isnt measured in miles traveled, but in lives brightened, independence gained, and potential revealed.

If youre ready to help others shine and grow with them along the way, your adventure starts here.

Schedule: Up to 28 hours per week with flexible scheduling M-F. Available shift hours are 8a to 3p or 9a to 3p, with the flexibility to customize workdays and hours to accommodate individual schedules and preferences. l

Rate of Pay: $15 per hour firm

What youll get:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible schedules including full and part time opportunities
• Paid training
• Full time employees have access to benefits including paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; 403b retirement plan with employer match; and perks galore!

What youll do:

• Teach skills to promote independence.
• Support community inclusion and integration.
• Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
• Provide guidance and support in daily activities.
• Assist with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
• Assist with preparation of meals.
• Monitor and report on status of health and safety objectives.
• Assist with participation in leisure/recreational activities.
• Use electronic health record to document activities and significant events.
• Submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines.
• Complete initial and ongoing training, and participate in staff development activities.
• Depending on the person you support, you may be required to:
• Administer medications. Training is provided. Nursing team supports you.
• Provide transportation to and from designated sites.
• Assist people with mobility needs, e.g. utilize transfer techniques, a Hoyer lift and/or gait belt. Training is provided.

Qualifications

What you need:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a valid drivers license for a minimum of two consecutive years
• Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check
• Pass driving record check if providing transportation
• High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
• Commitment to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Note: Current First Aid/CPR blended or classroom certification is required. If you do not currently have certification from an approved provider, our American Red Cross certified instructors will provide you the training.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently (per policy)

LIFESPAN is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment. LIFESPAN is an equal opportunity employer.