Personal Assistant / Paraprofessional (Atwood)

About the role

DSNWK is seeking individuals to make a difference in their community by assisting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist with living skills (grocery shopping, cleaning, cooking)
• Provide support to individuals served
• Differentiate duties based on time of day and individual needs
• Advocate for people with disabilities and their everyday choices
• No previous experience required

Requirements

• $14-$15.50/hr starting wage with potential for increases based on experience and location
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior personal or job-related exposure to people with developmental disabilities preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Physical ability to evacuate individuals served in emergencies and apply behavior management techniques

Qualifications

• No prior experience required
• In-house training provided

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow agency policies and procedures
• Good judgment and discretion in handling confidential information
• Knowledge of community inclusion and individual rights

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and prescription coverage through BCBS
• Vision coverage through Vision Care Direct
• Aflac policies
• FSA/HSA
• Company-paid life insurance
• Retailer through KPERS

Pay

$29,120 - $37,378 approximate annual full-time income at 40 hours per week.

Schedule

• All shifts available (day, evening, overnight, and weekends)
• Full-time and part-time shifts available in a family-friendly atmosphere

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and prescription coverage through BCBS
• Vision coverage through Vision Care Direct
• Aflac policies
• FSA/HSA
• Company-paid life insurance
• Retailer through KPERS

Application

To apply, please visit https://dsnwk.e3applicants.com/careers/

Additional Information

This is an onsite position. For those interested in relocating, explore potential funding opportunities.

DSNWK is a PSLF eligible employer. Learn more at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.