Direct Support Professional (DSP) -- Full Time, 2nd Shift (East)
WHY JOIN THE ALTRUIST GROUP....
THE ALTRUIST GROUP is seeking dedicated and compassionate DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS (DSPS) to provide individualized, interactive supervision and community-based instruction to children and adults with intellectual and cognitive disabilities in the following areas:
ARE YOU:
· Compassionate and show personal interest in the client’s needs/goals
· Patient and understanding with clients as they master their goals
· Resourceful in helping clients find activities of their interest
· Able to treat clients with dignity and respect
· Able to model our TRUE Vision TRUE Values (Leadership, Integrity, Teamwork, Inspiration and Accountability)
WHAT WILL YOU DO AS A DSP?
DSP’s provide supervision and support to clients to foster independence and achievement of their goals such as
· Volunteering in the community
· Common Household Chores such as cleaning and shopping
· Meal preparation
· Budgeting/money management
· Personal daily living skills such as bathing, grooming and dressing, etc.
· Social interaction in the community like attending church events, eating out, attending sporting events as examples.
· Administer medication and attend to other medical needs
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
· 18 + years of age
· High School Diploma/GED
· 6 months experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or experience in a human services field beneficial preferred.
· Home Health Aide, CNA, or NADSP Credential and/or training beneficial.
· Own transportation that is properly registered to transport clients as needed
· Valid Drivers’ License
· Have Auto Insurance with minimum $100,000/$300,000 Injury Liability Coverage
· Smart phone with Data Plan for clocking in/out and documentation
· Current CPR and First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain
If you are interested, please go to www.altruistgroup.net to apply.