Direct Support Professional

Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time position providing direct face to face service to adults with developmental disabilities throughout Mercer County.

• Services provided in the home and community settings to protect the health and welfare to assist individual in acquiring, maintaining and improving self-help, domestic, socialization and adaptive skills.

Availability: Flexible hours; potentially up to 40 hours per week.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required with at least 6 months experience with Autism.
• At least 6 months of experience working with adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities and Autism.
• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to physically assist individuals if needed.
• CPR/FA Certification is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
  Experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Flexible Schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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