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HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
If you are looking for a rewarding job where you get a chance to help others reach
their greatest potential as it enriches yours, join us! We at APC (Autism Pride
Center) serve individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities
in Southern Nevada by assisting them in obtaining meaningful employment as
well as gain and maintain skills to help them achieve community inclusion,
independence, and productivity.
We are presently hiring for caring Direct Support Staff (DSS) who will be
responsible for assisting individuals at our Jobs and Day Training facility. DSS will
engage individuals with social skills, prevocational skills, job employment skills,
volunteerism, and community engagement.
Where: 1455 E Tropicana Ave. Suite 800, Las Vegas, NV 89119
When: Monday to Friday; 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Why Join Us?
Besides working at our new accessible, unique and aesthetically pleasing training
facility, you will appreciate our comprehensive and above industry standard total
rewards package which includes, among others, the following perks to support
you and your family:
$14.00 competitive hourly rate
Free Medical Insurance and other varied insurance options to fit your needs
Dental and Vision Insurance
Free 50K Life Insurance for your family’s peace of mind
401k with 100% Company Matching for your retirement
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) when you’re not working
Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Job Security
What’s a day look like in the life of a DSS?
Our DSS is vital to our success. You are the face of the company because you interact directly with the people we serve. Through your clear communication and direct assistance, you will help our participants learn skills to live meaningful and purposeful lives.
Specifically, you will…
Provide support to people with disabilities by implementing Individualized Support Plans so they achieve their personal goals and to meet their needs and desires.
Maintain support by providing choices for job skills and the ability to learn job program objectives and job-related capabilities.
Complete required documentation to include Incident Reporting.
Assist with information gathering for Person Centered goals and job skills assessments.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment by following safety, equipment safety and infection control procedures.
Interact with parents or guardians, service coordinators through Desert Regional Center and the public in a positive, professional manner.
How do you qualify?
At least 18 years of age.
At least a high school graduate or equivalent required.
At least 6 months of work experience with individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities.
Previous experience in training, habilitation and development of this population preferred.
Knowledge of basic computer technical skills, retail, café operation, music, photography/videography, audio and video editing, beauty, fashion, and/or other skills are helpful.
Ability to train and foster skills development with participants. Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal
communication.
What’s next?
Now that you’re excited, joining us is easy. Just hit the Apply button and complete
the application. This will be reviewed within a few days and an interview with
qualified applicants will be scheduled immediately. We don’t waste time.
Of course, we do our due diligence to hire the best people…our participants
deserve that! Do they deserve you?
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Full Time
$31k-38k (estimate)
11/22/2023
05/28/2024
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