Direct Support Professional - Sunshine Communities

New Hourly Rates! Start at $18.40 Up to $26 based on experience

1st/2nd/3rd Shifts, Full-Time, Part-Time and Float openings

Job Details

A Direct Support Professional will provide daily care and engagement while advocating for the rights of the Individuals we support. Responsibilities include the following:

• Dress/Groom
• Meal Prep and Feeding
• Toileting and hygiene care
• Bathing and showering
• Medication Administration
• Participate in community outings, connect with families, attend concerts, movies & swimming
• Engagement and activities
• Support and companionship
• Repositioning
• Location cleaning, laundry, sheet changing and kitchen upkeep
• Assist with all duties assigned

Qualifications

To work as a Direct Support Professional, you must have a strong interest in supporting others and show compassion and empathy. Reliability and consistency is essential to excelling as a DSP.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License, good driving record and Auto Insurance
• 18 years or older
• Pass criminal background, drug screen and physical
• Able to lift 60 lbs.
• Prior Direct Support Professional experience preferred but not required

Benefits

• Comprehensive health package (medical/dental/vision/life/disability)
• 4% Retention Bonuses paid quarterly
• $3 Weekend Shift differential pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Training
• Paid Vacation & Personal Days
• Access to a Success Coach
• Interest Free Tuition and Small Dollar Loans
• Transportation Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Advancement through Sunshine U

About Sunshine:

Sunshine Communities, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Northwest Ohio supporting individuals with developmental disabilities through residential, vocational, clinical, therapeutic, and recreational services. These services are offered in various circumstances including at our Maumee, Ohio campus and at homes within the community. In addition to programs on campus, Sunshine individuals and staff operate Georgette's Grounds and Gifts, a coffee shop and Sunshine Studios, an art studio space and gift store offering classes to individuals and the community in downtown Maumee.

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