What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional, Hourly position at Progress Industries?
We are seeking a dedicated individual to fill our Direct Support Professional position as an hourly employee working M-F day shift, No weekends.
Driver's License is required.
Training provided to all staff.
We are currently in need of an experienced and caring Direct Support Professional to help provide services for individuals with special needs. The ideal candidate will have a background in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism, severe anxiety and depression, as well as Down syndrome. While the position will include cleaning chores, we're looking for candidates who are willing to go above and beyond by helping individuals with their personal hygiene. This may include assistance with personal hygiene tasks, helping them dress or even running daily errands.
Responsibilities:
- Be able to travel to client's home and visit them in the community.
- Understand the importance of a support staff that is consistent.
- Be able to work with individuals in the community.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have experience working with individuals with disabilities in a non-business setting.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.35 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Salary : $16