Direct Support Professional Job at In-Pact, Inc.
Want to make a living making a difference?
In-Pact, Inc. is looking for highly committed people who are interested in changing lives in the role of a direct support professional. A direct support professional assist people in their day to day lives in becoming more self-sufficient. In-Pact, Inc. helps people with Intellectual and developmental disabilities in Lake and Porter County.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure the health and safety of consumers.
Assist consumer with daily needs.
Provide opportunities to learn new skills and strengthen skills already learned.
Implement habilitation and behavior programs.
Assist and monitor the dispensing and recording of medications.
Assist consumer with the maintenance of personal finances.
Assist consumer with integrating into the community.
Provide for transportation of consumers as needed.
Communicate pertinent information regarding individuals to Managers.
Participate in continuing education.
QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or equivalent and one year’s experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
· Interpersonal skills including an ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of individual(s) information
· Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance when transporting individual(s)
· Ability to follow instructions and maintain detailed records
· Ability to physically transfer individual(s), bend, stoop and reach.
· Knowledge of basic housekeeping and personal grooming habits
· Ability to pass Medication Administration curriculum and New Employee Orientation
· Ability to follow plans that address an individual's needs
· Not convicted of an abuse, neglect or position relevant felony
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
The company provides hand sanitizer, gloves, masks, temperature checks, cleaning supplies.
Work Location: One location
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