Flexible Direct Support Professional (Contract) — Impactful Care

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Castle Shannon (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours including evenings and,

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in community and home-based settings. The role requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to transport clients using a personal vehicle within the community.

The position is a contract opportunity with flexible hours that include evenings and weekends. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, pass background checks, and hold a valid

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Complete given background checks.
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance.
• Willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals as they develop and maintain skills to improve daily-living and social skills.
• Engage in activities with individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life.
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements.

Skills

Compassionate

Driving

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in community and home-based settings. The role requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to transport clients using a personal vehicle within the community.

The position is a contract opportunity with flexible hours that include evenings and weekends. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, pass background checks, and hold a valid