Direct Support Professional - Rensselaer, United States - Lirio Resources

Lirio Resources

Verified Company

Rensselaer, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Lirio Resources DSP

You need to work here
Lirio Resources is looking for exceptional people who have a passion for caregiving and helping others to live their best life

Our employees appreciate great benefits including:

Weekly pay with immediate direct deposit
Paid training and ongoing support
Generous PTO package with sick time
Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Free shortterm disability insurance for FT employees
Free life insurance with an option to increase coverage at cost for FT Employees
Elective Longterm Disability Insurance for FT employees
Health Saving Accounts (HSA)
Ancillary benefits through a provider of choice
Retention Bonus
Referral Bonus
Holiday Pay
Preferred/Premium weekend rates
Periodic staff incentives
Opportunities for advancement
Working with others who have a passion for the mission in a vibrant and socially diverse organization.
Working with a notforprofit organization

Who We Are:

Since 1953, our organization has embraced change to create meaningful opportunities and support for individuals with Intellectual and or Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

Our Mission:
Lirio Resources equips individuals and families with support to participate fully in living, learning, working, and playing. Together, we are building a vibrant community for people of all abilities.

Our Vision:
In thriving communities, all people have equitable access to meaningful employment, affordable housing, and engaging activities. Vibrancy for all creates attachment, pride, and investment in a community. Having a physical or intellectual disability poses obstacles to equitable access. A community cannot truly thrive when segments of its population are excluded from accessing basic human needs. Our organization builds equitable access and rallies the community in the creation of a thriving community for all.

Turn your passion for helping others into a great career

Our Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities to live an independent life with assistance from caring professionals.

DSPs aid in areas including, but not limited to:

Community engagement and socialization
Personal hygiene
Routine housekeeping tasks
Administration of medications
Money management
Nutrition, grocery shopping, and cooking
Attending medical appointments
Proper use of appliances and adaptive/assistive devices
Home safety, first aid, and emergency procedures

Our DSPs are an integral part of the individuals' lives through the implementation of a person-centered individualized plan that enables those we serve to participate in thriving and vibrant communities.

Additional expectations include the ability to complete all required written documentation and supporting reports of services provided; Manage a variable work schedule with good attendance and punctuality; Complete ongoing in-service and other educational training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass background checks.
Must have a valid driver's license, a working vehicle, personal vehicle insurance, and acceptable driving record.
Must be willing to work nontraditional hours (as required) to meet individual needs (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
Excellent work and personal references required.
No experience required.

Salary:
$15.00 per hour

Weekend Premium:

Staff will receive a $1.00 increase to their hourly rate of pay.

Midnight Premium:

Staff will receive a $1.50 increase to their hourly rate of pay.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time

Experience:
(Entry Level and beyond)

COVID-19 considerations: Must comply with current Covid policy

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time

Pay:
From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week

Benefits: