Personal Care DSP at Opportunity Enterprises Inc – Valparaiso, Indiana

The Personal Care Direct Support Professional assists in the personal care needs of, and applicable documentation for, clients served in the day program.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide for the personal care needs of adults enrolled in services.
• Documentation of all personal care data.
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Track personal care inventory and notify director.
• Provide coverage and assistance for participants during lunch periods in day programming.
• Assist in the implementation of instructional, industrial, and training activities in all relevant service areas (including Behavior Support Plans).
• Demonstrate teamwork with staff and participants in the agency (including other departments).
• Maintain acceptable work standards in all areas including attendance and punctuality.
• Ensure compliance with all agency policy and procedures.
• Assist in the intervention of crisis situations and complete the necessary documentation.
• Assist in line coverage if needed
• All other duties as assigned by the director

Benefits to all Employees:

• Accrued Time Off
• Partial Holiday Pay
• Partial Paid Birthday off!
• Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
• Employee referral program
• Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
• FSA accounts
• Paid Mileage
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Extensive training
• Flexible Hours
• CPR/First Aid training

Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:

• 401K w/ 5% company matching
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid day off on Birthday!
• PTO
• Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
• HSA Accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises
Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.Make a difference today! Please fill out our brief application and– we’ll be in touch soon!!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged standing
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to lift up to 125 pounds, with assistance, at times.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Experience with developmentally disabled population