Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Creative Care Resources; United States; Remote; USD 34,440 - 36,506; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401k

Vision Insurance

Free life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Paid Training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Creative Care Resources, based in the United States, is hiring for a role dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. This position requires effective communication, teamwork, and a desire to provide exceptional care. Responsibilities include collaborating with a team, assisting individuals in achieving their goals, and ensuring safe community access. Competitive pay ranges from $25 to $26.50 per hour, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrate the desire, skills, and abilities to work with persons with special needs.
• Pass a Criminal Background Check.
• Valid driver's license & clean driving record preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, bend, twist, kneel, and crouch.

Responsibilities

• Be a team-player and help ensure consistency in care.
• Engage in meaningful interactions to enhance lives.
• Transport individuals safely within the community.
• Provide excellent care from beginning to end of the shift.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Positive demeanor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are a company that specializes in enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing creative and quality care in all areas of their lives. We are looking for staff that are dependable, energetic, and quick on their feet and are committed to helping our individuals live their best life.

Creative Care Resources has openings on both 1st and 2nd shift (typically 8am to 3pm and 3pm to 10pm) and specific schedules may vary based on openings and availability.

Responsibilities

• Be a team-player and have the ability to work with others to help ensure consistency in care
• Be an effective communicator
• Possess a sincere desire to help our individuals grow in skills and work towards long-term goals
• Aspire to truly enhance the lives of our individuals by engaging in meaningful interactions, helping them access the community safely and providing them with excellent care from the beginning to the end of your shift
• Have reliable transportation to and from work and ability to be on time for scheduled shifts

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Demonstrate the desire, skills and abilities to work with persons with special needs (training is provided)
• Pass a Criminal Background Check
• Valid driver\'s license & clean driving record preferred
• Demonstrate a positive demeanor & outlook
• Full Time requires working a minimum 30 hours per week
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, bending/twisting, kneeling/crouching
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• A willingness to work independently and as part of a team
• Read, write and speak English proficiently
• Ability to count and manage money
• Ability to routinely operate basic equipment such as a calculator and telephone, household appliances, fire and alarm systems
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1 year experience working with persons with special needs is preferred

Benefits and Compensation

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Vision Insurance
• Aflac
• Free life insurance
• Flexible scheduling (days, evenings, weekends, overnights)
• Paid Training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Years of service annual bonus
• Company Events

Hourly Rate: $25 – $26.50

Employees are also eligible for a quarterly incentive program after successfully completing their training period.

Equal Opportunity Employer