Intensive Direct Support Specialist
Agape of Appleton, Inc. · Kaukauna, WI · 3 mo ago
On-siteCustomer Service$18.55–$20.6/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Display behavioral support using Behavioral Support Plans and Trauma Informed Care approaches.
- Provide direct care support to individuals including personal cares, medication administration, behavioral intervention, and health monitoring.
Qualifications
- Prior experience working with autistic individuals, aggressive behaviors, behavioral support plans, and trauma-informed care is required.
- A strong passion for helping others with autism and intellectual and physical disabilities.
- Be mentally and physically capable to assist participants based on their needs.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license with excellent driving record.
About the Role
Programs: Due to some behaviors, we are looking for someone that is patient and has a positive outlook. (The staffing is 1-on-1.)
Benefits
- $0 premium health insurance options
- Low premium dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans
- Flex and health savings accounts
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Bonus opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
- Time and one-half for hours worked on recognized holidays.
- Generous paid time off benefits, Including: 6 paid personal/sick days per year, 1 week of paid vacation in the 1st year of employment, 2 weeks of paid vacation in the 2nd-4th years of employment, 3 weeks of paid vacation in the 5th-9th years of employment, and 4 weeks of paid vacation in the 10th year of employment.
- Paid training and continuing education
- Room for growth within the company
- Kind, supportive, and diverse work environment - all are welcome at Agape!
Pay
Pay now starting between $18.55 to $20.60 per hour based on level of experience. Time and a 1/2 per hour for hours worked over 40 per week.
Schedule
Part Time to Full Time