Res DSP, Full-Time, Fri-Sun 9PM-9AM, 36 Hr/Wk--MIDCO

United Cerebral Palsy Heartland; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

United Cerebral Palsy Heartland is seeking dedicated Residential Direct Care Professionals for a full-time role in the Saint Louis area. The position offers $21.00 per hour with a 36-hour weekly schedule and weekend shifts at MID COUNTY locations.

Responsibilities include daily living assistance, personal care, administering medications as directed, and organizing activities and community outings for clients living with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Clean driving record and completion of drivers training.
• Must work at least one weekend shift weekly.
• Experience with disabilities or in a customer service field is preferred.
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical assistance with daily tasks and personal care.
• Assist with activities and facilitate community outings.
• Follow medical orders and administer medications.
• Offer choices to clients to enhance daily activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

General Residential Full Time Saint Louis, MO, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $21.00 Hourly

UCP Heartland is seeking compassionate and committed Residential DSP's ( Direct Care Professional) for the following Shift.

UCP Heartland offers a positive, team driven, work environment at $21.00/Hour

CURRENT AVAILABLE SCHEDULE:

• MID COUNTY
• (CRESTWOOD, OVERLAND, OLIVETTE, WEBSTER GROVES, DES PERES)
• FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY 9PM-9AM
• 36Hours Weekly (MID COUNTY)

APPLICANTS MUST ALSO BE WILLING TO WORK AT OTHER HOMES WITHIN A 15 MINUTE RADIUS OF THIS HOME

As a DSP (Direct Care Provider)you will perform the following responsibilities:

Provide physical assistance with daily tasks, assist with personal hygiene and facilitate fun activities.

Follow medical orders and administer medications.

Most importantly,provide choices to the clients for their daily activities to provide entertainment and community outings

UCP Heartland strives to be the provider of choice supporting people living with disabilities and you can be a part of that mission. As a DIRECT CARE PROVIDER,your work will make a difference in people’s lives 365 days a year!

MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or its equivalent (GED).
• Clean Driving Record and successfully completes and maintains assigned drivers training
• A MINIMUM OF ONE WEEKEND SHIFT PER WEEKEND
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or in a customer service field
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to consistently work in a professional, cooperative manner with all Agency clients and personnel.
• Good written and oral communication skills

THIS POSITION DOES REQUIRE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION, VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH CLEAN DRIVING RECORD!

THIS POSITION REQUIRES 5-7 DAYS OF MANDATORY TRAINING AT OUR CORPORATE OFFICE Monday through Friday 8:45 AM-4:30PM ALL UCP HEARTLAND SCHEDULES/SHIFTS ARE AWAKE SHIFTS