Res DSP, Full-Time, Fri-Sun 9PM-9AM, 36 Hr/Wk--SOCO

About the role

UCP Heartland is seeking compassionate and committed Residential DSPs (Direct Care Professionals) for a position in South County (Oakville, Mehlville). UCP Heartland offers a positive, team-driven work environment and strives to be the provider of choice supporting people living with disabilities. As a Direct Care Provider, your work will make a difference in people’s lives 365 days a year. Applicants must also be willing to work at other homes within a 15-minute radius of this home.

Pay

$21.00 per hour.

Schedule

Current available shift: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 9:00 PM – 9:00 AM (awake shift). All UCP Heartland schedules/shifts are awake shifts. This position requires a minimum of one weekend shift per weekend. Mandatory training: 5–7 days at the corporate office, Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical assistance with daily tasks.
• Assist with personal hygiene.
• Facilitate fun activities and community outings.
• Follow medical orders and administer medications.
• Provide choices to clients for their daily activities to provide entertainment and community outings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Successfully complete and maintain assigned driver training.
• Minimum of one weekend shift per weekend.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or in a customer service field.
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to consistently work in a professional, cooperative manner with all agency clients and personnel.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Reliable transportation.
• Completion of 5–7 days of mandatory training at the corporate office (Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM).