Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Albuquerque, NM to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!
New starting pay rate - $17.00 per hour.
Multiple Full-Time Shifts Available
We are offering a $250 SIGN ON BONUS OPPORTUNITY for Full-Time and Part-time staff . *Only new hires with DSP experience will be eligible for these bonuses and will paid out upon completion of 45 and 90 days of satisfactory work performance)
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
- Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
- Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
- Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
- Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe environment
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Why Community Options? -->
- Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
- 403b Retirement Plan.
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
- Great coworkers/team that support you!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly staff at the Albuquerque office!
Phone Number: 505-265-7936
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Albuquerque, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person