Direct Support Specialist

1 month ago


Gloucester, United States Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. Full time $18 - $20
Are you ready for a rewarding job where you can truly make a difference? Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. offers community and home-based services to individuals with physical disabilities, brain injuries, and mental health challenges. We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals to empower these adults by providing essential in-home and community support.

Essential Duties:
  • Support individuals in integrating into the community and improving their skills through various everyday activities at home and in the community to enhance their independence.
  • Facilitate grocery shopping, doctor’s appointments and other activities either by providing or arranging transportations.
  •  Implement support strategies to achieve the individual's personalized goals such as physical actives, navigating the local community, and other activities based on interests.
  • Work together to complete housing applications and navigate government assistance programs.
  • Aid in monthly budgeting for effective household management and daily necessities.
  • Complete and submit accurate daily progress notes for each shift worked with the individuals.
 Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) AND at least 2 years of relevant community-based experience providing services to individuals with disabilities.
  • Valid driver's license and active car insurance.
  • Willingness to drive individuals in personal cars throughout the community when necessary.
  • Willing to comply with required policies, standards, and regulations. Including but not limited to background, reference, and driving record checks.
  • Must be available to work at least 4 hours per day, between 8 AM and 5 PM, with flexible days offered.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Advantages:
  • $250 Sign on Bonus
  • Competitive Pay and Performance-Based Raises.
  • Buildable Caseload.
  • Flexible Scheduling.
  • Mileage Reimbursement.
  • Sick Time Accrual.
  • Work-Life Balance.
  • Career Development Opportunities


About Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.:

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. (KFS) is a privately owned, Medicaid-approved agency. We have been providing quality services to individuals with disabilities since 2004. Since our inception, KFS has focused on in-home and in-community services that promote the healthy development of children, adults and families through one-on-one behavioral, educational, and daily-living supports.



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