As a Caregiver/Direct Support Professional – DSP – you will earn a higher starting wage and a sign-on bonus with increases for training & shift differentials! Second & third shifts needed.
Do you have the skills to be a DSP / Caregiver?
Qualified applicants must have the following:
· Desire, compassion and ability to assist, support, and interact with individuals with intellectual disabilities
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
· Must be able to communicate in English
· Must be able to pass a background check
· Eligible to work in the United States
· Ability to use a desktop computer effectively for documentation and recordkeeping
Caregiver/Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:
· Caregiver to provide care, support, and supervision to individuals with disabilities in a group home setting.
· Support individuals with self-care, social and independent living skills, recreation and leisure activities.
· Perform household tasks, including meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.
· Encourage independence, up to a person’s abilities.
The Caregiver/DSP, Direct Support Professional position can be any shift, some days during the week, and 8-hour shifts every other weekend. Several full time and part time positions are available. We’d love for you to join our team as a DSP! A Caregiver/Direct Support Professional makes a difference in the lives of special people. Hours are flexible and the rewards are many!
The mission of Warren Achievement Center is to enable persons with developmental disabilities to function to the maximum extent possible as responsible members of the community with the opportunity to choose and to realize their goals of where and how they live, learn, work and play.
We are a Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Questions? Contact us here. or Apply Online!
Full time management position with benefits.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required plus three years management experience including personnel supervision.
Will direct fiscal functions, supervise accountants and be responsible for functions including insurance coverage, general ledger, and grants.
Full time management position with benefits. Manages all programs and services for adults with developmental disabilities residing in selected residential sites. Manages facility operations, supervises implementation of service plans, assures that individuals receive necessary services to promote their health and social growth. Screens prospective employees, supervises employees. Provides crisis intervention within 20 minutes when on-call. Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a Human Service or related field, plus two years of direct work related experience; one year of managerial experience preferred.
Tamra Bickerton, Director of Human Resources and Staff Development
Warren Achievement Center has had a long history of partnering with local colleges in regards to internships. Opportunities provide students with valuable experience – experience which will serve them well when they graduate.
We have had interns with majors in Marketing, Communications, Exercise Science, Psychology, and more. Warren Achievement Center’s internship program is hugely successful and is mutually beneficial for everyone involved.
What would you like to see on your resume? Intern with us and make it happen.
Sean Cavanaugh , Marketing Coordinator
Camp Kidz is a six-week summer day camp for children and young adults living with cognitive and developmental disabilities. You can see more information on Camp Kids in the “Program Services” tab.
Sherry Allen , Chief Operating Officer
Warren Achievement Center has wonderful volunteers, who donate their time and/or talents. Volunteers have assisted with parties, assisted with arts & crafts, read stories, played guitar, and everything else you can imagine.
Sean Cavanaugh
Marketing Coordinator
309-734-3131, ext. 209.
Sean Cavanaugh , Marketing Coordinator
