Direct Support Specialist: Impactful Care & Flexible Shifts

Flathead Industries; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Health saving account

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Internal training

Competitive wages

Night shift differential

Job summary

Flathead Industries in Montana is seeking compassionate individuals to become DSPs for people with disabilities. As Life Mentor, you’ll empower others, build lasting relationships and provide guidance and support throughout the day-to-day.

The role focuses on teaching community living skills, promoting independence, and assisting with meals, budgeting, and transportation, while ensuring safety and fostering collaboration with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and completion of occupationally-specific training.
• Ability to pass a criminal and other background checks.
• Possession of a Montana Driver's license and maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Teach and demonstrate community living skills to consumers with developmental disabilities.
• Promote independence and help consumers maintain current skills.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with consumers, family/friends and outside professionals.
• Assist with meal preparation, meal planning, budgeting, cleaning, transportation and recreational opportunities.
• Provide safety training to all consumers.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Flathead Industries in Montana is seeking compassionate individuals to become DSPs for people with disabilities. As Life Mentor, you’ll empower others, build lasting relationships and provide guidance and support throughout the day-to-day.

The role focuses on teaching community living skills, promoting independence, and assisting with meals, budgeting, and transportation, while ensuring safety and fostering collaboration with families and professionals.