Direct Support Professional; DSP - Wabash Day Services

Overview

Carey Services is a community-based organization committed to person-centered planning and inclusive communities. We seek a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with diverse abilities, fostering independence and a fulfilling life. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Helping create a meaningful day for the individuals
• Helping individuals become more independent and accomplish their goals
• Assisting with daily living tasks such as personal hygiene
• Helping them be a part of their community
• Celebrating small and big wins
• Growing in life skills
• Taking people out into the community
• Building trust and a relationship together and doing life alongside them
• Engaging in arts, crafts and creative activities
• Transporting individuals to and from facilities in compliance with safety regulations
• Playing games and doing fun activities
• Maintaining timely and accurate records for billing, notes and other documentation

• Location:
  
  Wabash, IN
• Hours:
  
  Full-Time
• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Salary Base: $15.00/Hour

On-the-job training will cover CPR, G-Tube, colostomy, catheter and tracheostomy care.

Who We Are:

Carey Services is a community-based organization which receives strong support from a broad cross-section of individuals, families, businesses, and charitable interests. Supports and services are determined through person-centered planning, whereby individuals and their families direct the planning and allocation of resources to meet their own life goals. We believe in creating inclusive communities where everyone is valued, respected, and able to contribute.

Why Work With Us:
Purpose-driven work, opportunities for ongoing training, and an inclusive, supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

• Who do we serve? Individuals who have a variety of intellectual, physical or developmental disabilities.
• Why do we do what we do? We believe that every individual has value and should have the opportunity to impact, feel valued, and accomplish their dreams.
• What is the best part of being a DSP? Interacting with the individuals we serve and helping them feel they belong and have value in the world.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Wages & Paid Training
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid Weekly
• PTO with Vesting
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Match
• Tution Assistance Program

• Experience:
  
  Must be 18 years or older; valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance, and meet agency insurability requirements.
• Knowledge:
  Ability to learn basic principles of teaching; good basic mathematical computation and English writing knowledge.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to walk, bend, stoop or stand for extended periods; assist in lifting or transferring individuals to and from wheelchairs; ability to wear PPE as required.
• Safety and Compliance:
  Ability to follow required safe and universal precaution practices; knowledge of first aid and health & safety measures or achieve competence through post-hire training.