Welcome to Cottonwood Community Alternatives, Inc.
Cottonwood Community Alternatives, Inc. (CCA) is a mission-driven, private non-profit agency dedicated to empowering Colorado citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Since 1991, we have offered comprehensive residential and day program services designed to foster independence, dignity, and a meaningful quality of life.
Cottonwood’s motto is People Serving People, and that is what we strive to do both for the individuals we support and our employees.
We are seeking a full-time direct support professional to work with three ladies directly in their 3-bed group home located in the Littleton area.
NOTE: Because this position requires providing assistance with intimate personal care such as toileting, bathing, and dressing to female individuals, we are only able to hire FEMALE staff.
PAY: $20/hour
BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:
- Health insurance.
- Paid training and orientation.
- Voluntary dental and vision insurance.
- Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance.
- 401k retirement plan with company match.
- Flexible spending account.
- Paid holidays and vacation accrual.
- Potential for performance-based raise annually.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Referral Program.
BONUS: $250 at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months for new hire only if in good standing (total of $1,000)!
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
- 2 1/2 Day Shift: Wednesday 10:00pm - Saturday 6:00am
- NOTE: All of Cottonwood's residential DSP positions are live-in block shifts. This means employees live in the home with the individuals for two and a half days and are off for the remaining four and half days of the week. While residential DSPs only work two and half days, they do reach full-time status and are eligible for full-time benefits.
** 24-Hour periods are compensated at 16 hours; allowing for 8 hours of uncompensated sleep time. You do get to sleep on your shift, but you are required to be at the property for the duration of your shift. **
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Experience working with adults with developmental & intellectual preferred.
- Mature & dependable individual; minimum age of 21.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Must meet background and reference requirements.
- Computer/smart phone skills sufficient to complete required documentation.
- Reliable Vehicle with Proof of Auto Insurance.
- Clean Driving Record. No suspensions & less than three tickets in three years.
RESIDENTIAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITES:
- Provide direct care and supervision for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the community and in their personal home.
- Assist individuals in completing living skills, money management, crafts, and community participation, hygiene routine, household cleaning, and meal preparation.
- Plan and carry out a variety of recreational activities to advance social development (outings to museums, parks, dances, recreation center, etc.).
- Provide transportation for individuals as needed.
- Assist with medical care / hygiene as needed (medication administration, toileting, etc.).
- Implement and document individual goals and medical tracking electronically.
Full job description will be provided upon request. Cottonwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are ready for a career change and to be part of a life changing team, apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This is a 2.5 day live-in shift. Are you able to spend two nights in the home with the individuals who live there?
Experience:
- Working with people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
