Direct Care Professional

My Horizon Job description

Direct Care Service Provider

Job Title: Direct Care Service Provider/DSP-Direct Service Professional

Compensation: $20/hour

Bonus: $500 bonus after 90 days of documented Direct Care Services in good standing

Employment type: Part-Time with Full-Time potential

Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week

Schedule: Day shift

Work Location: In person

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska

My Horizon is seeking an individual to provide direct care for individuals experiencing Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Children with Complex Medical Conditions (CCMC), and perhaps persons with physical disabilities in Home and Community Based Waiver Services in our local Fairbanks North Star Borough community.

The employee we seek must have a positive attitude, great work ethic, be honest, on time, reliable, and a team player. We believe that each person with intellectual or physical disabilities wants to be successful, just like anyone else. Our role is to provide enjoyable skill building experiences, creating a positive learning environment for living skills, social skills, exercise, nutrition, computer skills, arts and crafts, and self-care, in a safe and supportive way.

A safe and reliable automobile and proof of insurance is a condition of employment!
Employee must be on-time, maintain regular attendance, and have a positive attitude, no exceptions!

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a HS Diploma, GED, or be able to pass a test given by the Program Administrator.
• Be able to pass a fingerprint criminal background check.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Have a safe driving record.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities.
• Implement individualized care plans and ensure the well-being and safety of participants.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with participants.
• Assist with transportation needs, including driving participants to appointments and/or community venues.
• Possess the ability to follow instructions and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Follow all HIPAA regulations to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of participant information.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

In addition:

• Experience is desired, but not required.
• Experience in using the Therap system is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Pay depends on experience.

Benefits:

• Sick Leave
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training
• $500 bonus after 90 days of documented Direct Care Services in good standing
• Aflac