DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

## Description

**Company Overview:**

At Independent Beginnings, we provide best in class home health care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Serving our clients requires an amazing team of Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers with a big heart who are willing to provide supportive services and companionship to them. If you are looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver position where you have a passion to help others and truly want to make a difference in the lives of others, we would like to speak with you about joining our team.

**Shifts Available:**

• Full-Time
• Part-Time
• Days
• Nights
• Weekends

**What we will provide you as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver:**

• **$18.00- $19.00/Hour**(depending on experience, longevity and behavior)
• **$3 weekend add-on rate**(applies to certain shifts and conditions)
• **Quarterly incentive bonus potential**
• **Attendance bonus**
• **PTO for full time employees after 90 days of employment with cash out options**
• **Never scheduled outside your availability. Overtime is at your discretion.**
• **Weekly pay**
• **Paperless documentation through app systems**
• **401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match after one year of employment**
• **Health insurance allowance**
• **$350 Employee Referral Program**
• **Worked holidays are paid at a premium.**
• **An amazing and fun team atmosphere that is supportive and transparent**
• **Paid Training for CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration**
• **8% discount on AT&T Wireless Services**
• **Flexible schedule and ability to maintain a healthy work/life balance**

**As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver you will:**

• Provide direct care to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Help with daily activities including personal care, housekeeping, and meal preparation
• Work closely with a team of people including co-workers, client's family members, and medical professionals to help our clients to live as independent as possible
• Transport clients as needed to appointments and other activities (mileage reimbursement)

## Qualifications
**Requirements:**

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to communicate in English, including both spoken and written
• A personal vehicle that is well maintained if transporting clients
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check

**Preferred Experience:**

• One year working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities is preferred
• Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver / Home Health Aide / Home Health Care / Personal Care experience is a plus

**Licenses/Certifications:**

• CPR/First Aid - Provided if you are not currently certified
• Medication Administration - Provided if you are not currently certified
• Must have a valid driver's license with no more than 5 points on your driving record if transporting clients
• DODD Provider Training
• Proof of personal auto insurance