Direct Support Professional (Full-Time)

About the role

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Albuquerque, NM.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Avoids daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Avoids assisting with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Avoids participating with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Avoids driving individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Avoids ensuring program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Avoids building a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Qualifications

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Pay

$17.00 per hour

Schedule

Multiple Shifts Available