Day Support Counselor

About the role

The Direct Support Professional interacts with and supports the individual in a variety of potential settings, including community, family or individual homes and generic community settings, as well as the Adult Training Facilities (ATF). Provides personal care, instruction, guidance, mentoring, companionship, and support, often across a 24-hour period, according to the individual's Person-Centered Plan/Individual Support Plan (ISP). Provides a level of care that enhances the health, safety, dignity, and contentment of every consumer served.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• High School diploma/G.E.D.
• Must have a desire to help others reach their fullest potential.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Dual Diagnosis experience is preferred.
• Community Participation Support certificate preferred.
• Related experience is helpful.

Pay

$16.75 (up to $18.75 with the Enhanced Pay option.)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans
• Competitive compensation plans
• Work/Life balance, flexible schedules
• Cell phone discount plan
• Employee referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement