Direct Support Professional (Adult Group Homes)
Responsibilities
Assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, meals)
Help implement behavior support plans
Teach life, social, and communication skills
Respond to and de-escalate crisis situations
Maintain daily documentation
Transport to school, appointments, and community outings
Work closely with clinical treatment team
Requirements
No Experience? No Problem! We offer a comprehensive two-week orientation to set you up for success, followed by continuous on-the-job training.
Schedule: Currently hiring for 2nd shift (2:00pm to 11:00pm) and 3rd shift (10:00pm - 9:00am)
Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Must be able to work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday).
Must be able to complete a two-week (Monday - Friday) new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 9:00am to 5:00pm each day.
Orientation is held in Orlando by the Orlando International Airport.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED required
- Experience: No Experience? No Problem!
Skills
None specifically listed, but strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Benefits
- Up to 24 PTO days/year (increases with service)
- Up to 64 hours of sick time
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision
- Devereux Benefits 403(b) retirement plan
- ASCEND Tuition Program
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Payactiv: Access your earned wages early
- Employee Assistance Program & Discounts
Pay
Starting Pay: $17.00 - $20.25 / hour
Compensation based on shift differential, experience, and education/certification
Shift Differentials: Up to $2.00/hr (2nd & 3rd shift)
Experience Pay: Up to $2.00/hr for related DSP or behavioral health experience
Education Pay: +$0.48/hr (Bachelor’s), +$0.72/hr (Master’s)
Certification Pay: +$0.48/hr for an active CNA or RBT certification
Schedule
Currently hiring for 2nd shift (2:00pm to 11:00pm) and 3rd shift (10:00pm - 9:00am)
Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Must be able to work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday).
Location
Winter Park, Casselberry and Orlando (Central Florida)