Direct Support Professional - Residential Care (Clinton)

Skill Creations, Inc.; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Skill Creations, Inc. in Clinton, North Carolina, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities across our facilities.

The DSP role includes assisting with personal care, medication administration support, transportation to activities, and helping residents develop independence.

Available shifts include multiple part-time and full-time options; pay starts at $17.60 per hour, with benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited school is required.
• Criminal Record Check
• Prompt and regular attendance for assigned work schedule is expected. Includes working during inclement weather and some holidays.
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving is required.
• Course work will be required for CPR/First Aid and Behavior Management.
• Basic computer skills are needed for e-mail, electronic training modules and recording data.
• Persons must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and the work occasionally requires balancing, bending, stooping and kneeling. The position requires the employee to be on his or her feet most of the time.
• Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time
• Location SCI-CLINTON
• This position is currently accepting applications.

Responsibilities

• The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to providing support and care for individuals living in Skill Creations, Inc. facilities, who have needs in the area of physical/medical care, behavioral support, cognitive support and independent living.
• The Direct Support Professional provides care according to the specific needs of the individuals. This includes but is not limited to assistance and education with personal care, medication administration and independent living skills.
• Direct Support Professionals also help to transport/accompany individuals to activities in the community and to local or out of town appointments.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Skill Creations, Inc. in Clinton, North Carolina, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities across our facilities.

The DSP role includes assisting with personal care, medication administration support, transportation to activities, and helping residents develop independence.

Available shifts include multiple part-time and full-time options; pay starts at $17.60 per hour, with benefits for full-time staff.