What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional/Caregiver - Williamsport, PA position at Abound Health?
Abound Health is proud to offer a $1,000.00 Signing Bonus* to qualified DSP candidates!
At Abound Health we are proud to specialize in helping individuals with I/DD reach their fullest potential. Abound Health is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment.
We are actively seeking dedicated Caregivers to join our compassionate team. As a Caregiver, you will play a crucial role in providing care and support to individuals in need, promoting their well-being and independence.
Join our team at Abound Health as a Caregiver and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.
Responsibilities/Qualifications:
- Promote client outcomes in behavioral, social, and vocational realms
- Assist client participation in leisure/recreational activities
- Provide respite and companionship to offer relief to family or primary caregiver
- Complete initial and ongoing training and staff development activities
- Ability to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Ability to work independently in the community and/or the clients home
- Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary, based on individual client needs
- Passion and experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) is preferred
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid drivers license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
- Lifting may be required depending on individual client needs
- CPR/First Aid Certification Training is provided by company
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1-2 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
- In person
Travel:
- Travel is expected from the client's home into the community
Benefits:
- Flexible Schedules; Weekly Pay; Competitive Wages; Paid Onboarding Training.
- Eligibility of some benefits are based on hours worked include:
- Medical; Dental; Life Insurance; 401K
**$1000 Signing Bonus Details:
- $333 paid out after working 90 days with an average of 20 hours per week
- $333 paid out after working 6 months (180 days) with an average of 20 hours per week
- $334 paid out after working 1 year (365 days) with an average of 20 hours per week
- Applicant cannot have been employed by Abound Health (or any of our newly acquired companies) in the past 18 months
- Signing bonus not applicable for Residential Services
- Employees hired as Relative as Providers (RAPs) are not eligible for the Signing Bonus
Salary : $15 - $20