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Direct support professional

Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc.
Clarkston, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/10/2024 CLOSED ON 10/8/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct support professional position at Beacon Specialized Living Services, Inc.?

Overview :

Are you searching for a new position that brings meaning to your world? Are you passionate about caring for others? Do you take pride in providing support that helps individuals achieve their goals?

If these statements describe you, then its time to take the LEAP! There is NO experience required to join Team Beacon and start your career in healthcare today!

Our Direct Support Professionals (DSP) support individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health needs to live their fullest lives.

At Beacon Specialized Living you can LEAP forward in your career!

What can I expect as a Direct Support Professional?

3-4 Day work week with 12.5-hour shifts

DailyPay- Make any day PayDay!

Free meals while on shift

Medical, Dental & Vision (1st of the month after 30 days of employment)

Life Insurance, 401K (with employer match)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training! You will receive certification in : CPR, First Aid, CPI, Gentle Teaching, medication passing & Recipient Rights.

Support services to help you address challenging issues you may face.

Responsibilities :

What will my day-to-day look like as a Direct Support Professional?

Provide opportunities through the day to help residents meet their goals.

Adhere to the person-centered plans, and behavior plans as written for each resident.

Provide quality of care and safe and healthy setting free from harm while upholding the rights of all residents. Create a space of trust and relationship with all residents.

Cook meals as necessary for residents based upon food specifications, diets, food exchanges and documentation.

Transport residents and attend appointments, advocate, and obtain necessary documentation, when needed.

Assist with supervision of residents doing their laundry and complete facility laundry as needed.

Must remain awake and immediately accessible in all homes requiring 24 / 7 care.

Qualifications :

Advancement opportunities for Direct Support Professionals :

Leveling System (LEAP Program) Move up every 90 days (you decide how far you go!)

Beacons Leadership, Excellence, Advancement, and Promotion program is designed to provide you with the tools, resources, and mentorship needed to succeed in your Beacon career as a frontline hero.

The LEAP program is a clear and competency-based path to gain access to professional enrichment, self-satisfaction, and the potential for increased compensation.

Internal promotions for management-level positions

Beacon Specialized Living is Michigans largest provider of residential-based behavioral health services. Were only provider offering a CDSP certification and leveling program that will teach you lifelong skills with a clear career pathway to more responsibility a higher pay.

Direct Support Professionals are essential health workers in high demand across the country. If you believe that everyone, regardless of their abilities, deserves to be a full member of their community, becoming a CDSP may be the perfect way for you to launch your career.

Beacon is an equal opportunity employer and one of Michigans best companies to work for.

Pay Range :

USD $14.35 - USD $14.35 / Hr.

Last updated : 2024-09-10

Salary : $14

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