Direct Support Professional- Caregiver

Position: Direct Support Professional- Caregiver (Full Time)
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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

Direct Support Professional (CAREGIVER)
**** Company:
** Firefly (Supportive Living & Employment Services)
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* Job Location:

** North KC (includes Platte City, Gladstone and Independence) & South KC (includes Lees Summit, Blue Springs, and Raytown)
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* Employment Type:

** Full Time
** No experience necessary! We provide free training!  
**** We just need your compassionate, caring heart!  
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* Job Summary:

** If you are compassionate and dedicated to helping others improve their lives, you can look forward to a rewarding career of providing support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enriching their lives while making a living!  You will assist clients with daily tasks, promote their independence, and help them achieve their personal goals. Don’t miss out on this rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on someone's life as well as yours!
** As a Caregiver, you will be able to enjoy:**
* ** Employee Benefits Package** - paid time off, health insurance, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more (full-time 30 hours or more)
* ** Employee Discounts** - Verizon, AT&T, and more
* ** Employee Assistance Program** - counseling, legal aid, and financial guidance at no cost to you
* ** Mileage Reimbursement
- ** company paid for work functions requiring travel
* ** Top-Notch Training** - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
* ** Career Advancement Opportunities** - promoting from within
* ** Welcoming, Warm, Supportive Work Culture
- ** an environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
** What you’ll get to do as a Caregiver:
*** Help developmentally disabled clients in their homes and communities
* Help clients to access community resources and participate in social activities
* Provide transportation to clients out into the community for appointments and shopping
* Teach clients to live independently, including cooking, cleaning, and managing money
* Help clients with daily tasks, like personal care and hygiene
* Write notes about client progress and achievements
* Communicate the client’s progress with clients, families, and staff
* Understand and follow the client's Individual Support Plan (ISP)
* Attend meetings and training sessions
* Perform other duties as assigned
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* Qualifications:

*** High school diploma or equivalent
* Good communication and people skills
* Ability to work alone and as part of a team
* Basic computer skills
* Reliable transportation and valid driver's license (if applicable)
* Pass a background check
** Work Environment:
*** Work mostly in clients' homes and communities, with some travel
* May require lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds
* Work in various settings, including private homes, public spaces, and outdoors
* Must be able to work varying shifts, including weekends

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities! We look forward to hearing from you soon!
** Embrace Our Supportive Culture:
** At Firefly, we foster a culture where our associates are treasured as our greatest asset. We recognize that their fulfillment directly influences the exceptional services we provide. As a valued member of our team, you will be embraced by a supportive environment that encourages your growth and empowers you to harness your strengths through continuous training and professional development opportunities.
** Position Perks & Benefits:
**** Paid time off:
** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
** Employee benefits package:
** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
** Top-notch training:
** initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
** Career mobility:
** advancement opportunities/promoting from within
** Welcoming, warm, supportive:
** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
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