Direct Support Professional - Arnold Full-Time Day

About the role

Pony Bird, Inc. provides comprehensive, high-quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a fun, enriching, and supportive environment. This position assists residents/individuals by encouraging independence while providing supports to help them be successful in their home and community. Responsibilities include working with residents to achieve their personal goals, supporting meal preparation, maintaining a comfortable home, engaging in the community, and staying connected to family and friends.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence for individuals with disabilities
• Assist residents in achieving personal goals
• Support meal preparation and home maintenance
• Facilitate community engagement and social connections
• Respond quickly and calmly in emergency situations (e.g., accidents, seizures, fire)
• Perform light computer tasks, including data entry and word processing

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• At least 21 years old
• Reliable transportation
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and problem-solve
• Demonstrate patience, sensitivity, and a positive attitude toward individuals with severe to profound developmental disabilities
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Starting pay of $18.00 per hour
• Evening shift differential: +$2.00/hour
• Midnight shift differential: +$2.50/hour
• Weekend shift differential: +$2.00/hour
• Paid training
• Comprehensive benefits package

Learn more about what it's like to be a member of the Pony Bird team at www.ponybird.org/news.