Direct Support Professional - Maple Heights

Join our dynamic team at SAW, Inc. as we seek dedicated and compassionate team members to help provide a supportive environment for adults with developmental disabilities. You will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing atmosphere where individuals can develop essential life skills, foster meaningful connections, and achieve personal goals.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and support to individuals.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, and medication administration.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment.
• Plan engaging activities.
• Implement individualized care plans and behavior support plans.
• Collaborate with a team of DSPs, supervisors, and other staff members.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of services provided.
• Plan and participate in community outings.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the agency’s insurance company.
• Must have reliable transportation with the ability to arrive to work on time every day.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Experience working with the DD population is a plus.

Benefits Offered:

• $1,2000 signing bonus!
• Weekly retention bonuses!
• Increase after 90 days
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company sponsored Life Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off
• 403-B w/3% match
• Paid CPR/First Aid, medication administration, and DODD training

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.