Direct Support Professional / Mentor

Looking for a fun and out going personality to work with a person with developmental disabilities. Are you an individual who is self directed and independent? Can you motivate yourself and others? Do you have excellent oral Communication and listening skills? Do you have the confidence to work independently with me to help me pursue my goals and dreams to live independently In my home and community? If the answer is yes, then you should consider this job. In exchange for your skills and commitment I will provide you with generous pay rate,flexidle hours, PTO , and work that will be fulfilling. Why choose to work for me? You will be working one on one with me in my home and community. I offer competitive pay that includes flexible schedule, full time, part time, AON, weekends, PRN , and PTO. What will you be doing? Assist w/ daily living skills(e.g. lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry, cooking Etc.) implementing my individual plan, outcomes, goals, and strategies. working as a team member monitor me to to ensure my health and safety in regards to medical, behavioral, and environmental issues. plan, assist and participate in community outings with me(recreational activities, vacations, visiting friends and family, shopping, church etc.) maintain my living environment for health and safety administer and record medications accompany me on medical appointments and assist me while at appointments. As well as medical emergencies. complete all required trainings and continue learning Requirements High school diploma or G.E.D related experience preferred working with a person with developmental disabilities, stroke clients, autism experience In personal Support, therapeutic recreation, human services, nursing Required to complete all employee paperwork and trainings— First aid, CPR, CMT, and Mant trainings. have a valid drivers license and insurance with an approved clean driving record. Must be reliable and dependable Must be flexible must be independent and self directed individual. have excellent oral and written communication. have Excellent oral communication. be willing to Learn new things and understand how to met my needsSeeking a proactive and well-organized person to provide community integration supports for a fun and active woman in Ocean Pines, MD. Must enjoy engaging in a variety of community activities. Must demonstrate a strong commitment to helping people with developmental disabilities engage in their community and realize their potential. Be able to provide personal care. flexible hours - weekdays, evenings, and weekend hours available. College coursework in special education, therapeutic recreation, and behavioral sciences preferred. Have 1 year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred. Must be able to drive an accessible van and have an excellent driving record. Must be willing to pass a background check. Must have or be willing to get CPR/First Aid and CMT certification.

Overtime often available:

No Pay Frequency:

Bi weekly or Twice monthly

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Ocean Pines, MD 21811 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Ocean Pines, MD 21811: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person