Direct Support Specialist - Columbia, United States - Boone County Family Resources

Boone County Family Resources Columbia, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

About Us:
Boone County Family Resources is a rapidly growing community-based agency committed to supporting Boone County residents with developmental disabilities and their families to THRIVE in our community, CONNECT with others and ACHIEVE their personal goals

Position Information:

Boone County Family Resources is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Direct Support Specialist in our residential program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our Agency strongly believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential.

The right candidate will be passionate about helping the people we serve thrive in our community, connect with others, and achieve their personal goals.

The Direct Support Specialist is responsible for:

Developing a rapport with residents and cultivating a safe and supportive relationshipAssisting individuals with disabilities thriving in their homes by providing support with completing personal hygiene, grooming, cooking, laundry, cleaning, and shopping.

Supporting individuals with connecting in the community by assisting with transportation to work, activities, and appointments and providing support as needed during activities at various community locations.

Encouraging individuals to achieve their personal goals through the implementation of planned services and working collaboratively with other team members.

Work closely with the person served, their plan teams, and supervisors to develop, implement and monitor/ report progress on individual plan goalsMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or 4 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Experience providing direct care to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferredAbility to obtain a Class E Chauffeurs licenseAccess to a licensed and insured vehicleDemonstrate responsibility and maturity with excellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to pass applicable background checks and a pre-employment drug screening

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a timeMay require prolonged periods of standing, bending, or walking.

Not sure if you qualify? Apply and let's reviewSchedule: 40/hrs. per week with shifts ranging from 8 -10 hours days, evenings, and weekends. Direct Support Specialists work with individuals with ID/DD in their homes in a 24/7 residential complex.

Benefits:

Health & Wellness:
Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and dependentsHealth Savings Account and Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramsFinancial Well-being:Competitive CompensationUp to 5% increase after successful completion of the introductory periodLife InsurancePension PlanDeferred Compensation 457(b) plans,College savings through MOST Missouri's 529 Education Plan

Paid Time Off:

Date of Hire to 4 years = 2 weeks vacation5-9 years = 3 weeks vacation10-14 years = 4 weeks vacation15-19 = 4.

5 weeks of vacation20 or more years = 5 weeks of vacationSick time accrued per pay period with no annual capAnnual Personal and Wellness Days11 annual paid HolidaysOtherEmployment with Boone County Family Resources qualifies for some student loan forgiveness programsBoone County Family Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to cultivating an inclusive working environment for all employees

Job Type:

Full-TimeSalary:
Starting at $18.05/hour with incentives; additional incentives for weekends and specialized support are available. Eligible for merit-based raises at 6 months, 1 year, and annually thereafter.
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