Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Heritage Homes, Inc., a non-profit agency based in Holland, provides 24-hour support to men and women in 5 group homes. The adults that we serve in our residential supportive services program have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Many are medically fragile. Our licensed AFC programs maintain Michigan Specialized Certification, a process that helps ensure that our staff are well equipped to meet the highest level of care needs. In addition, our AFC programs are accredited by CARF, an internationally recognized rehabilitation industry accrediting body. We work with each individual on the things that make a difference in their well-being and ability to live comfortably in the community of their choice. The communities in which we currently have AFC homes include Allendale, Holland, Grand Haven, and Jenison. Heritage Homes is now hiring for the following DSP positions at our residential adult foster care (AFC) home in

Grand Haven, Michigan:

Part Time, various shifts. (Must be willing to work every other weekend.) Applicants seeking part-time DSP work will be strongly considered, as well as on-call! Experience preferred, but not required! Being a DSP is for people who want to impact the lives of others. The role of a DSP is about helping people learn how to do things for greater independence, assisting with activities of daily living, facilitating community inclusion and building relationships. Some of the day-to-day tasks of a DSP include: Assisting with personal care, hygiene and medication administration (with training) Monitoring health and ensuring safety Supporting involvement in community and in-home activities Developing a rapport with residents, cultivating a safe and supportive relationship Assisting the residents in meeting any health, safety, community inclusion, occupational therapy, and behavior goals as identified in individual plans of service and OT/PT plans.

Employee Benefits:

Hands on experience helping individuals with disabilities in all aspects of their lives Scheduling that fits your availability to work - Part time, full time, on-call Full training programs including CPR/First Aid certification and Community Mental Health (CMH) training certificates. Training is paid.

Compensation Details:

Direct Support Professional, no experience - $18.80/hour($15.40 base wage + $3.40 hero pay)Higher pay possible with experience in Direct Support. •Hero pay (state wage passthrough) does not apply to time off.

Qualifications:

At least 18 years of ageHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalentValid driver's license with a good driving record, preferredAbility to successfully pass a criminal background checkAbility to successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and TB test

Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to be dependable in punctuality and attendanceAbility to work professionally and cooperatively with individuals, coworkers, family members, and othersAbility to communicate verbally and in writing and complete routine paperworkAbility to interpret a variety of instructions in written and oral formPlease visit our website, www.heritagehomesinc.org, to find out more about Heritage Homes, Inc. and our current job opening. Heritage Homes, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Smoke free, vape free, drug free workplace.