Residential DSP, Full-Time, Sun-Thu 3PM-10PM , 35 Hrs/Wk/Affton

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

Job summary

UCP Heartland in Saint Louis, MO is seeking compassionate Direct Care Professionals (DSP) to support individuals with disabilities in residential settings. The role involves assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and coordinating activities to promote independence and community involvement.

Shifts are evenings as listed; candidates must have a high school diploma, a clean driving record, and be willing to work weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Clean driving record and completion of assigned drivers training.
• Willingness to work weekends; at least one weekend shift per week.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical assistance with daily tasks and personal hygiene.
• Follow medical orders and administer medications when required.
• Offer choices to clients to encourage daily activities, entertainment, and community outings.

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.

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:

AFFTON

SUNDAY-THURSDAY: 3PM-10PM

35Hours Weekly (PP/E)

(PLEASE NOTE: This location has contained spiders, snakes and an emotional support cat, all of which the client is solely responsible for)

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 Heartlandstrives 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