Direct Support Professional - Respite Care Full Time Evening- Mapaville

Pony Bird Inc.; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Great benefits

Every Other Weekend

Job summary

Pony Bird, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals for MA1 in Mapaville to provide respite supports with dignity and respect. The role includes direct care as needed and working with individuals with various developmental and medical needs.

This position emphasizes teamwork, warm patient interaction, and completion of required DMH/licensure training, with paid training and great benefits offered by Pony Bird. Evening shifts include weekend rotation and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must complete required training classes within DMH/Licensure timelines.
• Must complete Pony Bird Level I Medication Aide program and be certified as Medication Aide per Missouri rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care when the individual cannot complete tasks independently.
• Support individuals with developmental, physical, and medical needs with dignity and respect.
• Deliver respite supports to enhance well-being and safety in the program.

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Pony Bird, Inc. is looking for Direct Support Professionals - MA1, for our new Respite Program in Mapaville!

Pony Bird's core values of compassion, dignity, respect, integrity, and teamwork drive our programs and services. We pride ourselves on our commitment to going above and beyond for our employees. We provide comprehensive, high-quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a fun, enriching, and supportive environment.

This new position focuses on providing respite supports with dignity and respect and supporting individuals with developmental, physical, and medical needs. Direct care will be provided if an individual does not possess the skill necessary to complete the task or to meet the need. Staff in this position are required to demonstrate warmth, insight, interest, and respect for the Individuals with disabilities.

PAID TRANING

GREAT BENEFITS

Schedule and Hourly rates:

Evening Shift - 2:45 p.m to 11:15 p.m. $20.50/hr

Schedules include Every Other Weekend

Qualifications:

• High School diploma / GED
• Must complete required training classes within DMH/Licensure timelines.
• Complete and maintain First Aid/ CPR/ AED certification and other DMH/Licensure training/certification requirements through the duration of employment.
• Must successfully complete the Pony Bird Level I Medication Aide program approved by the State of Missouri for medication administration, having an acceptable score on the written and clinical examinations and having received certification as Medication Aide, the employee is qualified for this position.

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life? If so, Pony Bird is the place for you. Learn more about what it's like to be a member of the Pony Bird team at www.ponybird.org

Pony Bird, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V/SO