DSP Direct Support Professional - 16 Hrs
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson · Oak Ridge, NC · 5 days ago
OTHR$20.49/hrInternship
What's the role?
Residential Counselor is a direct care professional whose primary responsibility is to help meet the personal health, safety and welfare of the people living in the group home. You will assist and/or supervise individuals in personal care areas such as bathing/toileting; participate and/or supervise in cleaning, cooking and life skills. Administer and/or assist with medication administration. You must communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the individuals living in the homes. Drive residents to/from day programs, outside/within their community using agency vehicles. This position requires daily documentation of services provided. Assist with fun community-based activities.
Great Benefits
- We provide PAID training.
- Medical/vision and dental
- Life insurance (agency-paid), supplemental life insurance (employee-paid)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance
- 403B (with company-matching)
- Generous paid time off
Job Requirements
- Be motivated to work as part of a team that acts in the best interest of our residents at all times.
- Experience with ID/DD population is a plus.
- This career requires HS diploma or equivalent.
- A valid (non-provisional) driver’s license
- The ability to meet the physical requirements of CPR/First Aid and our emergency evacuation procedures.