DSP - Caregiver

TURN Community Services in St. George, UT is calling all compassionate individuals to apply to join our amazing human services team as a full-time or part-time entry-level Direct Support Professional - Night Shifts or Swing Shifts.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are a well-established organization that truly cares about our employees. We pay our DSP / Caregivers a competitive wage of $16.50/hour plus a $600 sign-on bonus. Our caregiving team also enjoys excellent benefits, including a health plan with a health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, accrued paid time off (PTO) following a waiting period, a 401(k) with employer match, an employee assistance program (EAP), life, and disability. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading about this entry-level human services position

ABOUT TURN COMMUNITY SERVICES

TURN Community Services was founded in 1973 by a group of parents who wanted better services for their adult children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide resources to more than 850 individuals with developmental disabilities. With locations from Brigham City to St. George, we offer a full range of services including day programs, residential living, art center programs, summer camp, and supported employment opportunities.

The mission of our nonprofit is to TURN dreams into reality That applies to our employees as well. We genuinely care about the people in our employ and want to make a difference in their lives and careers. We offer generous benefits and promote a work environment where everyone supports each other.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Ask yourself: Are you punctual, reliable, and self-disciplined? Can you keep track of multiple tasks and prioritize them effectively? Do you have strong communication and interpersonal skills? Are you discreet with confidential information? Can you show compassion while maintaining professional boundaries? Are you calm, flexible, and patient? Can you work well as part of a team? If so, please consider applying for this entry-level caregiving position in human services today

YOUR LIFE AS A DSP / CAREGIVER

This full-time or part-time entry-level caregiving position in human services typically works swing shifts (3 pm to 11 pm) or night shifts (11 pm to 9 am) based on the needs of the persons served.

In this caregiving role, you advocate for and support individuals with developmental disabilities. You provide this support and guidance during swing shifts and night shifts. Your support is needed in many areas of daily living such as medication administration, hygiene, grooming, shopping, meal preparation, transportation, and housekeeping. When assisting overnight, you follow protocols regarding how often the individual needs to be checked on.

Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you provide life skills training with financial management and behavior management strategies. You also help them to access and participate in their community by supporting them in gaining employment, building relationships, and finding recreational activities they enjoy. You are always careful to model appropriate social skills and behaviors. Conscientiously, you keep accurate and up-to-date documentation as well as promptly report any concerns about health or safety. You find it very rewarding to help individuals with developmental disabilities lead self-fulfilling lives

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• 18 years old or older
• Valid driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle

If you can meet these requirements and perform this caregiving job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team

Location: 84790

Must be able to pass a background check upon hire. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.