Skills Specialist (Direct Support Professional) - Marion, IN

Job Description

Description:

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Competitive Wages & Paid Training

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Weekly

PTO with Vesting

Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan with Match

Tuition Assistance Program

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Specific Job Activities

Relationship Building

Community Outings

Arts & Crafts

Teaching Cooking Skills

Games & Activities

Exercise & Physical Activities

Outdoor Activities (walking, hiking, trips to the park) Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Experience working in an educational or service related field preferred

Must be able to learn (instruction provided) basic principles of teaching. Must have good basic mathematical computation and English Language writing knowledge. As required by specific job requirements, must know first aid/health/safety measures, or build an acceptable competence level by post-hire training.

Valid Driver's License

Must be able to meet agency insurability requirements

Must be able to bend, stoop, or stand for long periods of time. Must also be able to assistance in lifting or transferring individuals to and from wheelchairs. Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to: gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, shoes, ear plugs, etc. Must be able to follow all required safe and universal precaution practices during a pandemic and as required otherwise.