201-11 Direct Support Professional

About the role

Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity. The opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities has untold rewards. At Venture, we are committed to empowering our employees through ongoing education and innovative training opportunities that cultivate talents. Venture Community Services offers an excellent benefits package, values work-life balance and promotes a culture of inclusion and equity where employees’ opinions matter.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities by empowering them to be as active in their lives as they can.
• Act as a caregiver for individuals within the group home, including household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc.
• Assist individuals to medical appointments, banking, community outings, and participation in community activities.
• Administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and adhere to medical guidelines.
• Safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency.
• Maintain certifications, handle job-related duties in compliance with Agency policies, and follow all DDS regulations/policies.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Requirements

• High School Degree or G.E.D.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Daily use of a car on site (preferred but not required).
• Available by telephone for daily contact.

Pay

$19.50 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-time: 29 hours per week

Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Benefits

• Paid New Employee Orientation
• Paid CPR/First Aid training
• Paid PABC, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP) training
• Program and person-specific training at the individuals’ home

Sign on Bonus

• $1000 for Full Time Employees
• $500 for Part Time Employees