Direct Support Professional at To The Rescue

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Proficiency, Patience, Writing Skills, Logical Thinking, Privacy Laws Knowledge, Pressure Management, Leadership Skills

Industry

Consumer Services

Description

Direct Support Professional - **$1000.00 Sign-On Bonus** Hourly - 9am-6pm; Monday-Friday with occasional Saturday Housing - Hours are varied by house and may include but is not limited to days, nights, weekends and holidays. Multiple shifts available 2pm-10pm, 10pm-9am, (9am-2pm weekends only). Have you been searching for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in someone’s life every day? Look no further – To The Rescue wants to hire YOU to be a Direct Support Professional. No experience? No problem. We will provide you with expert training. Why You Want to Work for TTR! * Paid training * Paid CPR training * Referral bonus * 401K eligibility after 6 months of employment * Flexible unpaid time off * Educational assistance * Medical, vision and dental for all FT staff * Flex Spending account * Voluntary benefits (short-term disability, accident insurance and cancer insurance Competencies/Qualifications/Education: * High school diploma or GED * Must be 18 years of age * Valid drivers license * Communication Proficiency * Patience * Writing skills * Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. * Have working knowledge of privacy laws and regulations. * Ability to respond well under pressure. * Must possess strong leadership skills. As a Direct Support Professional, you will support and assist individuals with disabilities with their daily activities, teach them life skills, and help them achieve their goals. Our Staff provide opportunities for self discovery and life enrichment by assisting our members with grocery shopping, meal planning, attending events such as movies, ball game, a play or even going to the zoo! Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Marion, IA Hiawatha, IA IND-IA To The Rescue is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Responsibilities

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support and assist individuals with disabilities in their daily activities and help them achieve their goals. This includes teaching life skills and providing opportunities for self-discovery and life enrichment.