What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1:1 Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Cottonwood Community Alternatives, Inc.?
Cottonwood Community Alternatives is seeking full-time or part-time Direct Support Professionals to provide one to one support to multiple individuals in services.
The ideal applicant would be fun-loving, flexible, and reliable. Applicants need to be active and able to provide a productive structured routine.
*Hiring Bonus: $250 at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months for new hire only if in good standing (total of $1,000)
Available Shifts:
Full Time - Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am-4pm Tuesday and Thursday 8am-3pm
Part-Time - Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am-4pm
Flexible hours also needed to provide community access twice a week.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
- Medical Insurance Benefits - the first of the month after 60 days of full employment.
- Voluntary dental and vision insurance.
- Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid PTO and holidays.
- 401K retirement plan with company match.
- Potential for performance-based raise.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and supervision to individuals with an IDD diagnosis
- Assist individual with completing puzzles, board games, and general community participation such as walks and recreational activities to advance social development (museums, parks, dances, recreation center, etc.).
- Provide transportation to community events and Cottonwood Day Program as well as transportation to appointments and grocery shopping
- Assist with personal care as needed (medication administration, etc.).
- Implement and document individual goals and medical tracking electronically.
Qualifications and Skills
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Experience working with adults with autism is preferred.
- Mature & dependable individual; minimum age of 21.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Reliable vehicle that can be used during shift with Proof of Auto Insurance.
- Good Driving Record - No suspensions & less than three tickets in three years.
- Ability to complete work tasks with limited supervision.
- Must meet background and reference requirements.
Full job description will be provided upon request. Cottonwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are ready for a career change and to be part of a life-changing team, apply today!
Job Type: Full-time, part-time
Salary: $19.00 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19