Direct Support Professional - Caregiver (Branson or Ava)

apartment Brightli location_onAva, MO 65608, US

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Job Description:

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)

Firefly (Supportive Living & Employment Services)

Ava Missouri or Branson Missouri

Full Time, Part Time, or PRN

**No experience necessary! We provide free training!**

**We just need your compassionate, caring heart!**

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives? Do you want to work in a fulfilling career where you can help others reach their full potential? As a Direct Support Professional (Caregiver), you'll have the opportunity to do just that!

If you are compassionate and dedicated to helping others improve their lives, you can look forward to a rewarding career of providing support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enriching their lives while making a living! You will assist clients with daily tasks, promote their independence, and help them achieve their personal goals. Don’t miss out on this rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on someone's life as well as yours!

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be able to enjoy:

Employee Benefits Package - paid time off, health insurance, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Employee Discounts - Verizon, AT&T, and more
Employee Assistance Program - counseling, legal aid, and financial guidance at no cost to you
Mileage Reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
Top-Notch Training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career Advancement Opportunities - promoting from within
Welcoming, Warm, Supportive Work Culture - an environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

What you’ll get to do as a Direct Support Professional:

Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities
Help clients to access community resources and participate in social activities
Provide transportation to clients out into the community for appointments and shopping
Teach clients to live independently, including cooking, cleaning, and managing money
Help clients with daily tasks, like personal care and hygiene
Write notes about client progress and achievements
Communicate the client’s progress with clients, families, and staff
Understand and follow the client's Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Attend meetings and training sessions
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Good communication and people skills
Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Basic computer skills
Reliable transportation and valid driver's license (if applicable)
Pass a background check

Work Environment:

Work mostly in clients' homes and communities, with some travel
May require lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds
Work in various settings, including private homes, public spaces, and outdoors
Must be able to work varying shifts, including weekends

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Embrace Our Supportive Culture:

At Firefly, we foster a culture where our associates are treasured as our greatest asset. We recognize that their fulfillment directly influences the exceptional services we provide. As a valued member of our team, you will be embraced by a supportive environment that encourages your growth and empowers you to harness your strengths through continuous training and professional development opportunities.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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