Direct Support Professional - Lima

Position Description

Help us redefine what is possible and make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with Autism! Bittersweet, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides residential, vocational, and recreational services to individuals with autism.

Bittersweet is seeking a Part-time Direct Support Professional to work First shift in our Lima day program.

This position is a part time position working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 7:30AM-4:15PM. This position requires requires a valid driver's license & auto insurance. Must have a clean driving record for the last three years. Candidate must be able to start the first week of August.

Direct Support Professionals help enrich lives and make a difference while also providing you with valuable work experience. Direct Support Professionals teach, mentor and positively impact the lives of individuals with disabilities through skills development. A rewarding career path for those interested in nursing, health care, social work/ social services, education, direct care, home health and those with a desire to help others.

Employee Benefits/Pay:

Starting wage from $16.50 an hour.

Early access to payroll funds.

ERN (Employee Resource Network) Member with Success Coach & EAP.

No Nights & No Weekends.

Enjoy hiking and other community trips while providing life skills to individuals with autism.

Responsibilities of Direct Support Professionals:

Provide person-centered supports which requires flexibility, creativity and commitment

Work in partnership with participants

Promote communication, choice, independence, socialization, and empowerment for the participants

Skills of Direct Support Professionals:

Possess and uses empathy in all actions and interactions

Effectively work in teams with co-workers and participants

Ability to express patience in difficult situations

Ability to drive daily routes in our company vehicles and provide transportation for our participants

REQUIREMENTS:

High school Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

Valid Auto Insurance

Clean Driving Record for the last three years.

Ability to pass physical/drug screen prior to start date.

Must be able to work from 7:30AM -4:15PM.

Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 per HOUR