What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Staff Miami position at Home of Hope Inc?
Description
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)
Miami, Oklahoma
Up to $2000 stipend!
Make a Difference Every Day!
Home of Hope is looking for caring, dependable people to support adults with disabilities in living more independent and meaningful lives.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY — WE PROVIDE TRAINING!
PAY & POSITION
- Starting at $10.00 per hour, based on experience
- Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities
- Paid training
- Multiple shifts may be available
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Assist with daily living skills and personal care
- Support meals, household activities, and routines
- Provide transportation to appointments and activities
- Encourage independence and personal choice
- Support community involvement and social skills
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Must be at least 16 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Dependable transportation
- Ability to meet required physical requirements
- Ability to complete required training
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of required background screening and drug testing is required.
WHY HOME OF HOPE?
Join a team committed to helping adults with disabilities live meaningful, independent lives.
Our Core Values:
Client-Centered Care • Accountability • Respect • Excellence
APPLY TODAY!
Turn your next job into work that matters.
Home of Hope | Miami, Oklahoma
Home of Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalency; minimum age 18
- No experience necessary.
- Working home phone or cell phone
- Valid OK drivers license; current automotive insurance; dependable transportation; availability to operate vehicle during day/night
- Criminal Background free of encumbrances identified by the State of Oklahoma Health Department.
- First Aid/CPR Training (Required). This will include all aspects of completion with compressions on the floor or ground.
- Required pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable cause drug screens.
- Willing to work schedules based on individual client needs.
- Expected to learn and follow the Individual Plan (IP) of clients.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL:
- Ability to lift 50-70 pounds with and/or without accommodation.
- Ability to push/pull 50 pounds.
- Ability to walk at an efficient rate of speed.
- Vision sufficient to read or assist individuals in normal or semi-darkened environments.
- Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
- Reliable motor skills-use of hands and feet
- Ability to sit, stoop, or stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be mentally and physically capable to perform the duties of the position.
**Level I- Direct Care Staff that has received additional advanced training may advance to DCS II.
Direct Care Staff who are cross trained to work in other programs may be classified as Direct Care
Staff II.
Salary : $10