Direct Support Specialist — Empowering Daily Living

Volunteers of America Mid-States; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

403b retirement plan with company fund

Employee discounts

Loan forgiveness options through fed.

Job summary

Volunteers of America Mid-States in New Albany, IN is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide direct care, training and assistance with activities of daily living for individuals with developmental disabilities.

The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered support, safety, transportation assistance, and helping clients engage in community activities; HS diploma preferred, English reading/writing required, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred, or commensurate skills.
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the comfort and safety of consumers served, ensuring medical, nutritional and personal care needs are met.
• Interact with consumers in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner, reinforcing behaviors.
• Provide transportation and assist integration into the community by accompanying consumers to activities.
• Perform housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping and laundry duties.
• Complete assigned cleaning tasks and general maintenance to maintain a neat environment.
• Participate in required training and mandatory staff meetings.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Volunteers of America Mid-States in New Albany, IN is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide direct care, training and assistance with activities of daily living for individuals with developmental disabilities.

The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered support, safety, transportation assistance, and helping clients engage in community activities; HS diploma preferred, English reading/writing required, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.