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DSP (Direct Support Professional)--Mars Hill--Hiring All Shifts 1st, 2nd and 3rd

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Blue West Opportunities

Mars Hill, NC (In Person)

$35,880 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/3/2026

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Do you enjoy helping others achieve independence? Are you looking for a stable work environment? Come join us at BlueWest Opportunities and help offer a culture of CARE to the people we serve and help them become more independent. We offer additional pay increases for completion of specific on-site agency training and certification after 90 day introductory period. The Direct Support Professional position is responsible for the daily assistance and development of an individual with a disability to lead an independent life. Responsibilities The DSP is expected to demonstrate minimum competence in problem solving, taking initiative, resident rights, quality, organization and teamwork. Success Criteria Primary criteria for success are resident and employee affinity. Success is measured around resident satisfaction and employee advocacy. Experience and Education Required 18 years of age or older High school diploma Valid driver's license Skills Required Each DSP is expected to demonstrate minimum competence in reliability, job knowledge, policies and procedures, and program implementation. Ability to work in home-like settings. Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel at all times. Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including the ability to perform NCI+ interventions; bending; stooping; lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 lbs.; reaching; and standing and walking for extended periods of time. Independently and consistently completes specific job duties. Follows protocol for program documentation Provides a clean, neat and organized work environment and home. Maintain certification in applicable trainings, including but not limited to CPR and First Aid, NCI+, Blood Borne Pathogens, TB Skin Test and complete competency based training in areas identified by the organization.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00
  • $18.
50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Mars Hill, NC 28754 (Required)
Work Location:
In person DSP (Direct Support Professional
  • -Mars Hill
  • Hiring All Shifts 1st, 2nd and 3rd 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars Mars Hill, NC 28754 $16.00
  • $18.50 an hour
  • Full-time Blue West Opportunities 10 reviews $16.00
  • $18.50 an hour
  • Full-time Do you enjoy helping others achieve independence?
Are you looking for a stable work environment? Come join us at BlueWest Opportunities and help offer a culture of CARE to the people we serve and help them become more independent. We offer additional pay increases for completion of specific on-site agency training and certification after 90 day introductory period. The Direct Support Professional position is responsible for the daily assistance and development of an individual with a disability to lead an independent life. Responsibilities The DSP is expected to demonstrate minimum competence in problem solving, taking initiative, resident rights, quality, organization and teamwork. Success Criteria Primary criteria for success are resident and employee affinity. Success is measured around resident satisfaction and employee advocacy. Experience and Education Required 18 years of age or older High school diploma Valid driver's license Skills Required Each DSP is expected to demonstrate minimum competence in reliability, job knowledge, policies and procedures, and program implementation. Ability to work in home-like settings. Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel at all times. Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including the ability to perform NCI+ interventions; bending; stooping; lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 lbs.; reaching; and standing and walking for extended periods of time. Independently and consistently completes specific job duties. Follows protocol for program documentation Provides a clean, neat and organized work environment and home. Maintain certification in applicable trainings, including but not limited to CPR and First Aid, NCI+, Blood Borne Pathogens, TB Skin Test and complete competency based training in areas identified by the organization.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.00
  • $18.
50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Mars Hill, NC 28754 (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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