Direct Service Staff

We are looking to fill several open shifts.

* Full-Time: 7a-3p, will include one weekend day a week (40 hrs) * Full-Time: 3p-11p, will include one weekend day a week (40 hrs) * Part-Time: Sat/Sun from 11:00p-7:00a (16 hrs) *and someone who would be interested in being on call to pick up shifts as needed.

We are a not-for-profit residential rehabilitation company looking to hire compassionate and determined Direct Service Staff. The Direct Service Staff (DSS) position is a full-time, part-time, or on-call hourly position assisting and supporting adults with developmental disabilities in their home. Schedules given upon hire are subject to change in order to meet the needs of the participants. We have overnight, morning, and evening position available. A DSS is the primary support for these adults and assists them in their daily lives in order to gain independence. DSS are responsible, timely, professional and organized. DSS should have exceptional oral and written communication skills and a general knowledge of developmental disabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

DSS staff job requirements may include but are not limited to.

*Assisting in behavioral and personal care services to a specific participant that will enable him/her to reach his/her fullest potential and improve behavior, academic, social and functional skills. *Assist with any activity of daily living as outlined in the client’s Person-Centered Plan. *Implement specific teaching strategies utilizing the principles of behavior analysis to focus on skill acquisition in all areas as well as the reduction of problematic and interfering behaviors. *Provide safe and continuous support in the home or community by maintaining arm’s length/line of sight and alert posture and provisions throughout any shift. *Provide recreation and leisure activities, teach functional communication, implement approved behavior plans, and achieve increased independence, productivity, and inclusion in the community. *Ability to understand and implement a variety of support per each participant’s needs and goals. *Ability to complete data daily and in line with the expectations of the team. *Ability to push, pull, lift up to 75 lbs. and stand unaided for up to 3 hours at a time. *Ability to attend, assist and engage during team meetings, as needed. *General upkeep and cleanliness of the home.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred:

*Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders or other developmental disabilities. *Experience following individual plans and handling high stress situations appropriately. *CPR/First Aid certification *“Assisting with Medication” certificate

Minimum:

*Qualified applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age *Have a High School Diploma, GED, or be able to complete all necessary training signed off by RHP or Agency Administrator *Have a valid driver’s license and have current liability insurance *They must be able to pass a Criminal History Background Check satisfactorily

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Available shifts and compensation: We have available shifts all days of the week. Compensation is $14.00 - $15.00/hour.

About Affirm Human Services LLC: Affirm Human Services LLC is looking for an individual to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, motivated and trustworthy. Learn more about us at www.affirmhumanservices.com.

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