Direct Support Professional - Day Services
Platte County Board of Services —Kansas City, MO
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
Direct Support Professional - Residential
Platte County Board of Services —Kansas City, MO
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
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Sevita —Kansas City, KS
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Direct Support Professional
Sevita —Kansas City, KS
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Life Unlimited —Kansas City, MO
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Heavy lifting
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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REM Community Services —Kansas City, KS
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Life Unlimited —Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Heavy lifting
- 3 years
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3-Day Direct Support Professional (Thu/Fri/Sat)
GoodLife Innovations —Shawnee, KS
- $17.50 - $18.67 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Heartland Residential Care —Gladstone, MO
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- No experience needed
- Paid training
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Eeroma Resources, LLC —Kansas City, KS
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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REM Community Services —Kansas City, KS
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Direct Support Professional FT Evenings
REM Community Services —Edwardsville, KS
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Direct Support Professional - Weekends PT
REM Community Services —Kansas City, KS
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Mentor Community Services —Kansas City, MO
- From $19.65 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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The Dream Works —Kansas City, MO
- Travel
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Residential Solutions —Shawnee, KS
- Cooking
- Communication skills
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Mental Health Adult Detox Unit (ADU) Direct Care Supervisor (Manager II)
Johnson County Kansas —Shawnee, KS
- $28.49 - $42.73 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Retirement plan
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Arosa Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- From $16 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
CNSCares —Kansas City, MO
- $15 - $17 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Blood sampling
- Current TB test
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
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- Paid holidays
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Direct Support Professional - Day Services

Platte County Board of Services -
Kansas City, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$21 - $23 an hour

Qualifications

Medication safety and administration compliance
De-escalation techniques
High school diploma or GED
Class D
Practical assistance for crisis intervention
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

We know that job searching can be quite the daunting task, so we’ll get straight to the point. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide the people we serve a life that allows for personal dignity, respect, choice, and community. If you thrive on building life changing relationships and have a strong commitment to supporting others, look no further.

Since 1975, Platte County Board of Services (PCBS) has been a pioneer in providing information resources, and assistance for families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Platte County, Missouri. You will be essential in assisting our individuals in our day habilitation setting with achieving their personal goals, enhancing their quality of life, and fostering independence.

CAREER TRACK: Starting Pay: $21.00/Hr. Upon completion of MODD 2 Training: $22.00/Hr. Upon completion of MODD 3 Training: $23.00/Hr.

*** MUST COMPLETE BELOW ASSESSMENT AS PART OF APPLICATION PROCESS. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED WITHOUT COMPLETION OF ASSESSMENT. LINK BELOW!!

DSP Day Services Assessment

Position Title: Direct Support Professional I

Department: Community Supports

Job Purpose: The Direct Support Professional plays a crucial role in empowering individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to achieve their goals, acquire new skills, and live fulfilling lives.

Evaluated By: Professional Manager

Supervision Given: None

Status: Non-Exempt Employee

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma, GED or HiSET
Age 18, Valid Driver’s License and Good Driving Record. Must have a Class E license in Missouri or Class C in Kansas OR be able to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Successful Background Screening.
Eligibility to Work in the U.S.
Must be able to pass and maintain all required trainings including CPR/First Aid, Crisis Prevention, Medication Administration, etc.
Successfully pass “Fit for Duty” physical.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Promotes the PCBS Mission

Embodies the PCBS Vision, Mission, and Values Statements
Supports a Person-Centered philosophy.
Supports persons served to lead their healthy, clean, and safe lifestyle that meets their preferences.

Is a Strong Advocate

Advocate for people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Participate in the development and execution of individualized support plans (ISPs) tailored to each participant’s goals and preferences.
Assist participants in accessing community resources, encouraging participation in local events, and fostering relationships with peers.

Provides Excellent Direct Support Services

Implement Individualized Person-Centered Plans which may include the following depending on the person(s) served:
- Provide protected oversight at levels noted in the plan.
- Administer medications according to policy and training.
- Physically assist (support, lift, transfer, etc.) persons as needed.
- Provide transportation for persons served.
- Support persons served to be active members of the community.
- Provide feeding, restroom, and personal hygiene support.
- Provide non-violent crisis intervention techniques as needed according to policy and training.
- Provide other supports for persons served as needed.
Lead pre-planned activity classes independently or with co-worker, facilitate group community outings, and support positive behaviors.
Facilitating safe and fun community outings (park, movies, bowling, museum).
Document supports provided as required in daily shift logs and maintaining privacy and confidentiality of persons served following policy and procedures.
Maintain current training and certifications in all required areas.

Contributes to A Positive Work-Environment

Communicates both verbally and non-verbally in a clear, efficient, and respectful way in both oral and written formats.
Constructively communicate inter-departmentally to ensure service delivery to clients.
Completes tasks on time and up to the expected standard.
Works through disagreements with honesty and transparency fostering a trusting team environment.
Work as part of a team, collaborating with other staff members, families, and service providers to enhance the quality of support.

Secondary Functions:

Report facility and maintenance/safety needs to supervisor.
Perform general cleaning chores as assigned.
Attend all meetings and agency functions as required.
Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Extended periods of standing and walking, with some sitting. Regular lifting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, or bending as appropriate.
Must constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 20 pounds, occasionally life and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Possibility of physical intervention as trained in CPI if confronted by a person displaying combative or potentially dangerous behavior.
Will require periods of driving agency vehicles.
May require the administration of chest compressions and rescue breaths as trained in CPR.
Noise from persons served, office machines, appliances, and telephones.
Will have a substantial use of video display terminal.
Possibility of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other communicable diseases

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