Direct Support Professional II - Asleep Overnight

Overview

Direct Support Professional II - Asleep Overnight
Pay Range: $20.50-$24.50/awake hours (see below for details)
Benefits: Flexible schedules, full-time benefits including reduced tuition, retirement match, and more.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day services to program participants
• Assist and teach personal care tasks such as bathing, toileting, teeth brushing
• Teach household maintenance, meal prep, and shopping
• Afford opportunities for individuals to take on more responsibility
• Accompany individuals on appointments
• Administer medications or support self-medication
• Follow routines including Behavior Support Plans, physical therapy, etc.
• Receive orientation and training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP)

Qualifications

• Age 18+
• High school diploma, GED, or HiSET
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
• CPR/First Aid and MAP certification required (paid training provided if needed)

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities
• Variety of interests and connections in the local community
• Proven record of responsible behavior
• Ability to work creatively and dedicatedly