Direct Support Professional (DSP) - 1st Shift

Job Details

Salary Base: $14.50/Hour
Location: Marion, IN
Hours: Full-Time
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday or Sunday required

About the role

Join Carey Services as a Direct Support Professional and support individuals with diverse abilities, fostering independence and promoting a fulfilling life.

Responsibilities

• Create a meaningful day for the individuals
• Help individuals become more independent and accomplish their goals
• Assist with daily living tasks such as using the bathroom, personal hygiene, cleaning, eating, etc.
• Help them be a part of their community
• Grow in life skills
• Build trust and a relationship together and do life alongside them
• Do arts, crafts and creative things together
• Transport individuals to and from facilities in compliance with safety regulations
• Play games and do fun activities
• Maintain timely and accurate records for billing, notes and other documentation

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance, and meet agency insurability requirements
• Must be able to learn (instruction provided) basic principles of teaching
• Must have good basic mathematical computation and English Language writing knowledge
• Ability to walk, bend, stoop or stand for extended periods
• Must be able to assist in lifting or transferring individuals to and from wheelchairs
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as but not limited to: gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, shoes, ear plugs, etc.
• Must be able to follow all required safe and universal precaution practices during a pandemic and as required otherwise
• As required by specific job requirements, must know first aid, health & safety measures or build an acceptable competence level by post-hire training

Qualifications

Commensurate with experience

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Wages & Paid Training
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid Weekly PTO with Vesting
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Match
• Tuition Assistance Program

Pay

$14.50/Hour

Schedule

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday or Sunday required