Join Our Team: Caregiver - Direct Support Professional

Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of Others as a Caregiver - Direct Support Professional with our vibrant community in Remote. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled individual to provide direct care support to residents with differing abilities, assisting them with day-to-day tasks and promoting independence, dignity, and well-being.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be part of a dynamic team that values compassion, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Your role will involve providing personalized support to residents in our Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) group homes, Supported Apartment Program (SAP), and Youth Foster Home. Responsibilities may include caregiving assistance, shopping, cooking, transportation, companionship, and conversation, as well as regulating emotions and behaviors in a home-like atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care support to residents with differing abilities, including bathing, grooming, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and toileting (CBRF group homes)
• Assist with shopping, errands, meal preparation, daily living cues, and community outings (SAP)
• Offer companionship, conversation, and transportation to residents
• Regulate emotions and behaviors in a home-like atmosphere (Youth Foster Home)

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age (21 years of age for Foster Home)
• Maintain a valid driver's license with an excellent driving record
• Be mentally and physically capable of assisting participants based on their needs
• Experience working with behavioral support plans and trauma-informed care approaches is a plus

What We Offer:

• New Hire Bonuses - up to $1,000!
• Comprehensive Benefit package, including $0 premium health insurance options, low premium dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans
• Flex and health savings accounts, 403(b) retirement plan, and bonus opportunities
• Time and one-half for hours worked on recognized holidays, 1 week vacation, and 6 sick days in the first year
• Covid vaccine optional, fun, supportive, and caring work environment

Our Culture:

• Competitive Salaries and Flexible Schedules
• Paid Training/Continuing Education and Employee Referral Bonuses
• Room for Advancement and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Agape of Appleton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or national origin. Minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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If you are a motivated individual ready to contribute to a thriving team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply now! Apply To This Job