KenCrest
Direct Support Professional
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Job Description
- Req#: 5332
- Medical/Dental
- Life/AD&D
- Disability
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Serve as both a caregiver and life coach to promote independence.
- Helping guide individuals with activities of daily living (some examples are personal care, meals, and medication, outings and shopping trips).
- Support the individual by helping with communication and self-expression.
- General housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
- Be creative in helping the individual meet their own goals - look for fun activities or ways for them to participate in community activities.
- Complete required documents like incident reports, behavioral data, seizure charts, medical visit forms, etc.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
- Clear criminal record, background checks and drug test in accordance with state requirements
- Ability to convey, understand and follow spoken and written instructions in English
- Strong Communication skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent, preferred
- One (1) year of experience in supporting individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities, preferred
KenCrest – A Premier Employer
Do you have a special skill and passion for supporting people?Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone?
Join the KenCrest team to fulfill your "WHY" and enjoy a generous benefits package! We offer eligible employees:Please see the KenCrest website for additional details.
$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS* & NEW RATE starting at $16.00 per hour
Direct Support Professional
Full and Part Time, Rotating Weekends
Day Shift, Evening Shift, Overnight, Weekend Only
Do you have a special skill and passion for supporting people?
Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone?
KenCrest is hiring Direct Support Professionals / Home Health Aides for multiple locations within Eastern Montgomery County.
The Direct Support Professional role is for those who enjoy a challenge and the reward that comes with it. Being in this role requires both attention to detail and creativity because you are serving as both a life coach and personal support agent.
Joining our team at KenCrest can be fulfilling if you enjoy advocating and helping people who have difficulty communicating for themselves. This role can be rewarding if you like creating activities and experiences for individuals to get to know others in the community.
Common Daily Tasks:
Required for Employment
Preferred Qualifications:
*Sign On Bonus for New Hires or eligible Rehires ONLY
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KenCrest is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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