Direct Support Professional

If making a positive impact in the lives of others is always on your to-do list -- you'll LOVE working with a team that puts people first.
We're looking for a Direct Support Specialist to join our team!
At Mosaic, our core focus is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live a full life. As a Direct Support Specialist, you'll play a lead role in serving people with intellectual and development disabilities.
Who will love this job:

An advocate -- you will stop at nothing to make sure people have the tools necessary to do set them up for success


A go-getter - you're always looking for ways to add value, do better work, improve processes, build others up, and make the world a better place


A mediator - you naturally draw people together while remaining calm and focused, even in emotionally charged situations

Here's what you'll do as a Direct Support Specialist:

Monitor the comfort and safety of the people we serve while ensuring the medical, nutritional and personal care needs are being met
Provide training according to the written program plan for people served, covering all aspects of the person's life as assigned and in compliance with company policy and procedure.
Serve and emotionally support the people we serve in a therapeutic manner using techniques proven to reinforce appropriate individual behavior
Maintain detailed documentation of each person's medical, social, and program progress
Provide support and transportation to appropriate leisure time and community activities
Assist people served in the handling of money and finances
Complete assigned cleaning tasks as schedule to maintain a neat and clean environment

Full-time day shift available.
Pays $20.53/hour.

You should have:

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one year experience in a related field
Must be at least 18 years of age

Extras we think you'll love:

Competitive Pay
Health Insurance
Professional & Personal Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (you earn it from day one!)