Educational Direct Support Professional - School

Southeastern Directions for Life; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick time

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

403B

Flexible health plan

Job summary

Southeast Directions for Life is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join Education and Integration in our school setting. This full-time role runs 7:00am–3:00pm, Monday through Friday, with no nights or weekends.

You will assist with morning routines in a group home and support transportation to school under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher. Join a collaborative team and make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Background checks including fingerprinting and DMV checks required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with morning routines in a group home.
• Help transport individuals to school.
• Work inEducation and Integration area under supervision of a Special Education Teacher.
• Collaborate with team to support individuals’ daily goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Do you love making a difference and having fun while working? Southeast Directions for Life is looking for a full-time staff to work as a Direct Support Professional at Education and Integration in our school setting. Our mission is "empowering people to discover their directions for life in a changing world."

Schedule: 7:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday. NO nights, NO weekends!!

JOB SUMMARY: This position involves working 7am - 9am in a group home, helping individuals with morning routines, and assisting with transportation to our school. The EDSP will continue to work the remainder of the day (until approximately 3 pm) in our education area under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher. You will be working in a team atmosphere and will enjoy seeing the difference you can make in a person's life.

Full-time benefits package to include vacation time, sick time, Health and Dental Insurance, Vision, 403B, and flexible health plan.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma/GED. Must have a current driver's license, car insurance, and a driving record acceptable to Southeast’s insurance provider. Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check to include fingerprinting, Dept. of Social Services Central Registry check, Motor Vehicle background check, and drug screening.

SEDL is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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