Direct Support Specialist - Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); In loco; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

A national non-profit agency is now hiring Direct Support Professionals in Lubbock, TX. This role involves providing person-centered care to individuals with disabilities. No experience is required as paid training is provided. The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, PTO, and retirement plans. Shifts include evenings and weekends, with additional responsibilities as needed. Apply directly or send your resume to the provided email.

Competenze

• No experience required; PAID training provided.
• Ability to lift or move 25+ pounds.
• Transport individuals using own or company vehicles.

Mansioni

• Provide direct care tailored to individual support plans.
• Assist with daily routines and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and report concerns as needed.
• Participate in community and recreational activities.

Conoscenze

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to establish supportive relationships

Good judgment in crisis situations

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Strumenti

Valid driver's license

Descrizione del lavoro

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRNDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Lubbock, TXto provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Shifts Available: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday: 8:00pm-8:00am, 8:00am-8:00pm

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• 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
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe Environment
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or
• 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
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly staff at the Lubbock office!

Phone Number: 806-792-0573

If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to: [e-mail]

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.org

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WALK-IN HOURS/INTERVIEWS MONDAY-FRIDAY!

Come prepared -- Immediate on-the-spot interviews & hiring!

(Valid Driver's License, High School Diploma/GED, Social Security Card- for identification & hiring purposes)

TIME:8 AM - 5 PM

ADDRESS: 2402 52nd Street (Suite 12), Lubbock, TX 79412

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Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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