Direct Support Worker

AID of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K Match

Referral bonuses

Employee of the month bonus

House of the month bonus

Weekend shift bonus

Job summary

AID of Indiana in Indiana is seeking Full Time Direct Support Professionals to provide in-home support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The role involves assisting with daily living activities, transportation when needed, and promoting independence in a caring, respectful setting. Training is provided and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License and current Auto Insurance.
• 2+ years experience with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities; CNA/HHA preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Willingness to work in home-based residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in home settings.
• Assist with daily living activities, hygiene, mobility and safety.
• Transport clients to appointments or activities in the community as needed.
• Promote independence and document observations for care team.

Skills

Experience with intellectual disabilit

Computer skills

Customer service

Compassionate

Organized

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPR and First Aid

Current Auto Insurance

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Angola, INPosition Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $16.25 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: SwingJob Category: Health Care

This is a fantastic position for anyone interested in working in the health care or social work fields. We welcome current or former Caregivers, CNAs, and DSPs as well as caring individuals without previous, formal experience. We promote from within and many of our administrators, directors, and managers started with AID in entry level positions!

Seeking: Full Time Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes.

Benefits: Full-Time Benefits include health, life, dental, and vision insurance as well as 401K Match. Referral Bonuses and Employee of the month ($100) and House of the month ($75 /person) Bonuses are offered to all staff. Shifts worked between Friday from 6pm- Sunday 11:59pm receive a $0.50 /hour bonus.

Training: All training and certification is provided and paid for by AID of Indiana. Training is paid.

Pay: $16.25/hr

Locations: We have offices in Fort Wayne, Muncie, and Kokomo, but provide services to individuals throughout Indiana. Available positions vary based on location. As a DSP you would be working in an assisted living residential home, but may be required to transport a client or go with them to an activity in the community.

AID of Indiana is committed to excellence in all services provided, we are locally owned and operated out of our Fort Wayne HQ, and we do everything we can to value and help our employees, including always hiring from within when possible. We pride ourselves on providing excellent care to the individuals we serve, and also place a high value on the well-being of our employees. We believe that to effectively provide the highest quality of care requires employing compassionate people who are shown appreciation and are supported in a positive environment!

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Must be 18 years of age or older; High School Diploma/GED; Valid Driver’s License; 2+ years experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities; CNA/HHA preferred but not required; Current Auto Insurance; valid CPR and First Aid.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Experience working with Individuals with intellectual disabilities is preferred but not required. Basic computer skills; Customer Service; Compassionate; Organized; Ability to multitask