Role OverviewA Direct Support Professional provides support in all areas of daily living, including personal care assistance, community integration, and socialization.
What You Will Do
Provides high quality services that are person-centered and meet best practice standards, including administering medications, monitoring individuals, and preparing for time away from home.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires a strong ability to work with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, communicate effectively, and demonstrate safe practices.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age and provide proof of high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English – both in writing and orally.
- Must not have been convicted of any disqualifying felony and must not have been substantiated for abuse or neglect in the state of Missouri, as recorded by the Department of Mental Health’s Employee Disqualification List.
- Must have reliable transportation for transporting clients.
- Must demonstrate safe practices in all areas and exemplify positive professional standards.
- Must obtain a Class E driver’s license during new hire orientation– must carry minimum coverage applicable by law for auto insurance
- Must Receive Seasonal Flu Vaccination
Benefits
- Shift differential of $2.00/Hr. for weekend warriors
- Career track with increasing pay rates ($20.00/Hr., $21/Hr., $23.00/Hr.)
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