Direct Support Professional work as a team to provide training and support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Duties include:
- transporting consumers to and assisting them with activities
- training and assisting consumers in daily living skills
- providing input regarding client needs and progress in interdisciplinary meetings
- monitoring consumers for safety and reporting any concerns to supervisor or RN
Knowledge, Skills, and Essential Functions
- Excellent written communication and computer keyboarding for documenting training
- Excellent verbal communication with consumers, staff, and community providers
- Stooping, bending, sitting, standing for prolonged periods and lifting 30 pounds
- Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
- Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED Required
- 6 months work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities strongly preferred
- Valid Driver's License and proof of liability insurance Required
Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm M-F
Salary: $18,870.08 Annually/$9.01 Hourly
Benefits:
Heart of Texas Region MHMR strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Employer paid Health Insurance
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Payroll Direct Deposit
10 paid Holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)
**Certain Requirements Needed**
Location: 312 S 4th St.
Waco, TX
Department: Developmental Services
This is a full time position