Caregiver / DSP / Direct Support Professional

apartment BrightSpring Health Services location_onLaGrange, OH 44050, US

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ResCare Community Living

Overview

ResCare Community Living – Direct Support Professional

Thank you for reviewing our Direct Support Professional position at ResCare Community Living. As a DSP, you play a crucial role in helping us provide compassionate care to our clients. At ResCare Community Living, our Direct Support Professionals are the heart of our company with their compassion, dependability and care.

Why Choose ResCare Community Living

Great Company Culture
Competitive Pay
Employee Benefits; including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
401K
DailyPay Option Available
Job Training
Career Growth including Tuition Discounts
Schedule Flexibility

Responsibilities

While no two days are exactly the same, here are some things you will be responsible for:

Performing personal care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring
Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates
Ensuring client safety and maintaining a safe environment
Encouraging self-help activities
Accompanying clients to scheduled appointments

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a valid driver’s license
Ability to work in a group home, home-like setting
Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external

About our Line of Business

ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $16.25 - $17.60 / Hour

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