Empowering Direct Support Pro for IDD & Community Life

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Health insurance (optional)

Dental insurance (optional)

Vision insurance (optional)

FSA

HSA

403(b) plan

Generous leave

Job summary

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources in Laurel, MS seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in day programs and/or home settings. You will help with daily activities, provide emotional support, supervise community outings, and support treatment plans with clinical staff.

The position is full-time with on-site work. Applicants should have a High School Diploma; CDL Class C within 60 days; Mississippi driver's license with clean record;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain MS CDL Class C within 60 days.
• Valid Mississippi Driver's License with clean record (no moving violations within 3 years).
• CPR/MANDT certification required or must pass testing.
• Experience with IDD population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with daily living activities (ADLs).
• Provide emotional support and supervision during community outings.
• Support treatment plans in partnership with clinical staff.
• Train participants in skills and daily activities; document progress.
• May provide transportation to activities.
• Eat lunch on site with participants and stay on site during shift.
• Encourage community involvement and relationships.
• Assist with job exploration and train individuals on job duties.

Skills

ADL support

IDD experience

CDL required

Driver's license

CPR certified

MANDT training

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources in Laurel, MS seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in day programs and/or home settings. You will help with daily activities, provide emotional support, supervise community outings, and support treatment plans with clinical staff.

The position is full-time with on-site work. Applicants should have a High School Diploma; CDL Class C within 60 days; Mississippi driver's license with clean record;