What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at MCDS?
Direct Support Professional Inspire | Motivate | Support
Multi Community Diversified Services strives to provide the best quality of care for the persons we serve. Our mission is simple: to excel in providing services to individuals with disabilities by promoting community inclusion and employment opportunities with a maximum level of independence and dignity.
Position Description
A Direct Support Professional works directly with the individuals we serve. DSPs are the mentors and support systems that help our clients live lives with the maximum level of independence and dignity.
Compensation
Starting wage is $16 an hour. MCDS gives a wage increase at 90 days. Dental, vision, and supplemental insurances are available.
Job Function
- Assist in the development of daily living skills for our clients.
- Helping to maintain the household cleaning routines.
- Keeping client paperwork and shift notes up to date.
- Attending ongoing staff development training.
- Protecting our clients from and reporting suspicions of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation.
Job Requirements
- Must have the drive to help others. DSPs are the primary support of our clients and need to be compassionate and hold themselves and others to a high standard of integrity.
- Applicants must have a valid Driver’s License and must pass all background checks required to work with our clients.
- MCDS requires that all DSPs are Mandt, CPR, and First Aid certified; the company will provide the training for these certifications.
- Hours are flexible and can be discussed during the interview process.
- Mandatory Overtime, 8 hours per pay period.
All training is paid.
MCDS is an equal opportunity employer. The above description is not intended to encompass all of the job functions employees may be asked to fulfill.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you over the age of 21?
- What shift are you interested in?
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- McPherson, KS 67460 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- McPherson, KS 67460: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16