Direct Support Professional

Overview

Join us in our mission as a Direct Support Professional at Catholic Charities Disabilities Services
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Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manager!

• Assisting, providing and promoting independence in individuals’ daily treatment, care and services
• Administering medications accurately and in accordance with agency policy and procedures
• Maintaining a current knowledge base of the population served by the agency’s mission and their physical, health and emotional related needs
• This position respects the individual’s personal choice, lifestyles and their dignity to make decisions for themselves

Direct Support Professional Minimum Salary: $16.52/hour or $18.58/hour; starting rate is determined by program assigned

Direct Support Professional Maximum Salary: $18.52/hour or $20.58/hour once all required trainings have been completed

Direct Support Professional

Schedule:

Full-time and part-time, morning, evening, and awake overnight shifts available

The training requirements are 4 days of Orientation, SCIP CPR/First Aid, and Medication Administration Certification, including successful completion of medication pours. All of these trainings are paid and hosted by Catholic Charities Disabilities Services.

We offer a differential for any hours worked between 3pm Friday and 7am Monday

• All employees must consent to a full criminal background check and fingerprinting

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Retirement planning options
• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
• A diverse and inclusive work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

• Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)