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Part-time Direct Support Professional - LIMA OHIO

Bittersweet Farms
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Job 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 ASAP **

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 $16.00 - $17.00 an hour.
  • No Nights & No Weekends.
  • ERN (Employee Resource Network) Member with Success Coach & EAP.
  • Early access to payroll funds.
  • 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.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No nights
  • No weekends

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Direct support: 1 year (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person