Direct Support Specialist — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career GrowthOpportunities

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Paid training is provided, with starting pay of $14.30 per hour.

Join a team that supports daily living activities and community engagement in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, health monitoring, transportation to appointments, documentation, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Empathy

Crisis management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Paid training is provided, with starting pay of $14.30 per hour.

Join a team that supports daily living activities and community engagement in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, health monitoring, transportation to appointments, documentation, and