DSP/Caregiver- pay rates from at $18.19 - $19.35/per hour

988 Lifeline; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks paid leave in first year

Onsite Primary Care Clinic for depend.

Health, Vision and Dental insurance

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

KRS Pension Plan and 401K

Life and AD&D insurance at 1.5x salary

Employee Assistance, Wellness, Perks

Job summary

New Vista Oakwood in Somerset, KY seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults with disabilities in a campus-style setting. Starting pay is $18.19/hr, with $18.78 for CNA/CMA or associate’s degree and $19.35 for a bachelor’s degree, plus shift and weekend differentials.

Benefits include paid leave, onsite primary care, health/vision/dental coverage, tuition assistance up to $5,000 yearly, retirement plans, life/AD&D insurance, and employee wellness programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to meet criminal background, drug screening, and COVID-19 vaccine standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide caregiver assistance to residents at Oakwood ICF in Somerset, ensuring safety and rights are preserved.
• Participate in community activities and special occasions while supporting daily living needs.

Skills

Caregiving

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/CMA or associate’s degree (advantage)

Job description

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DSP/Caregiver- pay rates from at $18.19 - $19.35/per hour

Administration/General Regular Full Time Residential Oakwood ICF, Somerset, KY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 6362

Salary Range: $18.19 To $19.35 Hourly

If you are a mission-driven, compassionate professional with a passion for helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their best life, we have a place on our team for you! We are looking for caregivers!

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide caregiver assistance and support to the individuals that live at New Vista Oakwood’s beautiful campus-style setting. This includes participating in special occasions and community opportunities while always ensuring the safety, welfare, and the preservation of rights of clients.

Starting pay for DSPs is $18.19 per hour; $18.78 if you have your CNA, CMA or associate’s degree; $19.35 if you have a bachelor’s degree. We pay a $.45/hr shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift hours as well as $1/hr more when working the scheduled weekend shifts.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to meet criminal background, drug screening, and COVID-19 vaccine standards

Our employees experience all the benefits of working for a company that values their employees by providing a robust incentive and benefits package:

• 7 weeks paid leave time in your first year
• FREE Onsight Primary Care Clinic for employees and their dependents
• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year
• Retirement savings through KRS Pension Plan and 401K
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance at 1.5 times your annual salary
• Employee Assistance, Wellness, Perks and more!

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