Res DSP, Full-Time, Wed-Sun 7AM-3PM, 40 Hr/Wk/Affton

About the role

UCP Heartland is seeking compassionate and committed Residential Direct Care Professionals (DSPs). The organization 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.

Please note: This location (Affton) has contained spiders, snakes, and an emotional support cat, all of which the client is solely responsible for. Applicants must also be willing to work at other homes within a 15-minute radius of this home.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical assistance with daily tasks
• Assist with personal hygiene
• Facilitate fun activities
• 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 (schedule is Wednesday–Sunday)
• 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
• Complete 5–7 days of mandatory training at the corporate office (Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–4:30 PM)

Schedule

Wednesday–Sunday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (40 hours weekly, awake shift).

Pay

$21.00 per hour.