What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Arnold position at Pony Bird, Inc.?
Pony Bird, Inc. is looking for Direct Support Professionals! We provide comprehensive, high-quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a fun, enriching, and supportive environment.
Do you enjoy empowering people? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life? If so, Pony Bird is the place for you. Pony Bird's core values of compassion, dignity, respect, integrity, and teamwork drive our programs and services. We pride ourselves on our commitment to going above and beyond for our employees with benefits including:
STARTING PAY OF $18.00
Evening Shift Differential $2.00 / Midnight Shift Differential $2.50 / Weekend Shift Differential $2.00
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
FREE TRAINING
GREAT BENEFITS
We are looking for people to join our team at our Arnold location immediately. Apply now and see how you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
This position assists the residents/individuals by encouraging independence while providing supports to help them be successful in their home and community; working with the residents/individuals to assist in achieving goals of their design; supports with preparing meals, maintaining a comfortable home, engaging in their community and staying connected to family and friends are just a few areas we work toward assisting them in their choices.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED
- At least 18 years old
- Reliable transportation
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to follow oral and written directions and problem solve
- Demonstrate patience, sensitivity, and positive attitude towards persons experiencing severe to profound developmental disabilities
- Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations (accidents, seizures, fire, etc.)
- Light computer skills to include data entry and word processing
- Work requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Learn more about what it's like to be a member of the Pony Bird team at www.ponybird.org/news
Pony Bird, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $18 - $0
