DSP-Direct Support Professional

New Day My Way LLC; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

New Day My Way, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist our part-time individuals in Trumbull and Mahoning counties with developmental disabilities, helping them lead independent, integrated lives and advocating for their rights.

You will provide transportation in your own vehicle for community activities, support daily living tasks, personal care, and safety, and assist during outings and appointments to promote health and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration procedures and vital sign monitoring is essential.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills with clients and their families.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to DODD regulations at all times.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends if required.

Responsibilities

• Taking the client out into the community in your vehicle to do fun things or to attend appointments.
• Providing direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to foster independence.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance which includes all ADL's.
• Bringing a smile to the faces of those you serve after an outing together like the Zoo!

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Medication administration

Vital sign monitoring

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality & DODD rules

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

New Day My Way, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist our part time individuals in Trumbull and Mahoning County, with developmental disabilities, in leading independent and integrated lives by providing support with daily living activities, promoting community inclusion, and advocating for their rights.

Job duties include but is not limited to:

• Taking the client out into the community in your vehicle to do fun things or to attend appointments.
• Providing direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Our goal is to foster increased independence, choice and empowerment for our clients while assuring that their health and safety needs are being met at all times.
• Supervising, teaching and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Completing various household tasks including meal preparation and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
• Providing personal care assistance which includes all ADL's.
• Bringing a smile to the faces of those you serve after an outing together like the Zoo!

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration procedures and vital sign monitoring is essential.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and their families.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to DODD regulations at all times.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings or weekends if required.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Direct Support Professional.

Current open positions in Youngstown, Austintown, Niles and Warren.

Shift availability varies by site.

Part-Time and Full-Time hours available.

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided

Requirements

• Valid High School Diploma or GED*
• Valid Driver’s License*
• Less than 6 points on your Driver’s License*
• Valid vehicle insurance*
• Personal, reliable vehicle that you're willing and able to use to transport individuals served.
• Eligible to work in the US.
• Must be able to pass a Background Check
• Must pass the 7 Database Checks

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only
• Part time