Looking for Direct Support Professionals who love to be ACTIVE with the individuals they serve! Do you strive to help promote independence, choice, and create opportunities for children or young adults who live with intellectual or developmental disabilities? Would you like to spend your days developing life, social, and communication skills while enjoying activities like riding bikes, reading, or playing games? If you are an experienced, reliable, kind, humorous, active Direct Support Professional that specializes in providing supportive care to children and young adults who are living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, we'd like to hear from you. Offering W2 employment with a starting pay at $23.00 per hour; Joieful Connections offers a competitive wage, promotes work-life balance, an opportunity to create your own schedule, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K, medical, dental, and vision benefits, employee discounts, employee assistance program, bonuses and more. Currently, we are offering day and afternoon shifts. Candidates must have a driver's license. Preferred Skills Patience and understanding with young adults and children who are living with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Experience in building independent living skills such as hygiene, safety, social skills, expressive and receptive communication, meal prep, etc. Knowledge of home care services. Proficient in written and verbal communication. Experience supporting high-risk individuals with behavioral support plans. OIS Training and Certified (pays at a higher rate).

Direct Support Professional Qualifications:

Be a minimum of 18 years of age

Personal Support:

1 year (Required) High school or equivalent Be legally eligible to work in the United States. English, Reading, Writing, and Spoken (Required) Be able to pass a background check Effective communication with families, medical providers, and other support personnel. Able to make calm decisions and provide support in emergency situations. Be certified in CPR and First Aid by a recognized training agency within 90 calendar days of employment. If transporting individuals, have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance in compliance with the laws of the Department of Motor Vehicles. Candidates must have a driver's license. •Must also have a smartphone•

Job Type:

Part-time and Full-time Pay:

From $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Weekends as needed

Experience:

Caregiving:

1 year (Preferred)

Behavioral Support:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR/First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person