Direct Support Professional

Company: Northeast Kingdom Human Services
Location: Newport
Posted on: August 8, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description$500 Sign on BonusPart-time to Full Time positions available. Evenings, weekends and holidays may be required.Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals who have an intellectual/development disability preferred.
• Valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance required.Responsibilities:
  • Provide support and guidance to individuals in employment settings to enable individuals to obtain and retain employment.
  • Advocate and assist individuals with relating to family, community and others in a competent and respectful manner. Facilitate valued social roles, and relationships.
  • Assist and support individuals to develop natural supports in the community and work sites.$16.75 per hour plus, depending upon experience.Full benefits package upon transition to full time employment, including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off, long-term care plan, and additional optional benefits.

Keywords: Northeast Kingdom Human Services, New England , Direct Support Professional, Other , Newport, Northeast