Direct Support Professional

Seeking a job where you can make a positive impact? Apply to be a DSP! Direct Support Professionals care for 4 individuals with disabilities in a comfortable home setting. Please submit an application on our website at www.opportunitymatters.org/apply-now $17.00/hr, $18 on Weekends Entry level position - We Train! Part-Time Direct Support Professional: -Schedules are based on your availability, published in advance so our employees can plan their life. You tell us when you are available to work, and we schedule based on that. -Majority of our needs are evenings and weekends. Shifts are typically 3pm - 10pm, and it varies on weekends. -Minimum of 4 shifts per month, weekend availability required. -Eat home cooked meals with the clients! -Don't have to work with the general public. -Great for college students or someone wanting a second job! -Holiday pay when working on a holiday. -Options to pick up extra hours. -Stable employment! *Must be willing and able to completely help both adult males and females with hands on personal hygiene (showering, toileting, etc.) and medical cares.* More information on our website: www.opportunitymatters.org Direct Support Professionals help individuals with disabilities by implementing behavior plans, teaching self-care skills, cooking meals and doing household tasks. Paid Training: (CPR/1st Aid, Med Administration, Therapeutic Intervention, Handle With Care, and more) Job Duties: -Assist individuals with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing -Tasks such as vacuuming, cleaning, washing dishes, etc. -Help bring individuals to appointments -Take individuals into the community for fun outings -Transport individuals or help arrange transportation -Shop for personal needs with the individuals -Prepare meals and/or help individuals prepare meals -Activities such as games, crafts, baking, etc. -Assist with exercises -Help individuals achieve goals as written in support plans Among those cared for are people with cognitive and/or physical disabilities needing assistance with daily living activities. The ideal candidate has a strong desire to create positive impacts on the individuals lives and enjoys encouraging, mentoring, and coaching others to achieve their goals. **In order to be considered an Applicant, OMI must receive an OMI Application. Indeed resumes and inquiries are not considered an Application. To apply, please submit an application on the website at www.opportunitymatters.org/apply-now EEO/AA Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, marital status, national origin, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.