Direct Support Professional, DSP / Caregiver

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Connersville, IN, Richmond, IN
Category: Supported Living
Wage: Up To $16.00
Sign-On Bonus: n/a

Description:

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people at home, at work, and in the community through residential, employment, crisis response, behavioral, recovery, children, and day services. Our Richmond, Indiana Programs are recruiting for Direct Support Professionals (DSP). Full-time and part-time, 2nd and 3rd shift!

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential ofEVERYONE those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Click here to see what its like to work at Benchmark:Benchmark Human Services Strength & Heart Video

Benefits:

• Competitive wages.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee discounts with various vendors.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Sign on bonus.
• Referral bonuses.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of individuals at home and in the community.
• Assist the individuals served with daily living skills including, but not limited to individual care, community safety, social skills, and household tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.
• Administer medications and follow physicians orders concerning medications and treatments.
• Monitor the general well-being of the individual served and follow supervisor/nurse instructions, including all healthcare appointments.
• Provide information to supervisors regarding individuals served as applicable to each individual.
• Attend required trainings and meetings such as staff training, departmental trainings, and house meetings.
• Safely transport individuals served according to their physical or behavioral needs. Transportation maybe in a company or employee owned vehicle.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Valid drivers license and auto insurance.
• Reliable transportation.

Interested candidates should apply athttp://Benchmarkhs.com/Careers

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply.

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