Direct Support Professional / $1,100 Sign on Bonus

Frontier Community Services is seeking compassionate candidates to provide quality home care and companionship to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Full-time and Part-time Positions Available

Evening, Weekend and Overnight Hours Available

Ross, Fayette, Pickaway, Pike County Locations Available

About the Agency

Frontier Community Services is a nonprofit agency established in 1978. We are committed to providing dignity, respect, and independence to all that we serve. We are a provider of residential care for individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, and veterans along with community housing development services. Our team encompasses individuals who take pride in our services, are passionate about what we do, and finds joy in helping others.

Job Description- The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct care to individuals under the direction of the Program Manager. These include personal care and other related services and tasks needed to support individuals in their home and in the community. The DSP team members assist in providing a safe and clean environment and works cooperatively with each individual and other team members. Observations are shared with others who are also committed to enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities May Include but Not Limited to:

• Administering medications under the supervision of a RN, taking temperatures, pulses, and blood pressures
• Assisting with bathing or showering
• Assisting with personal hygiene
• Assisting individuals with dressing themselves
• Assisting the individual with meal preparation
• Assisting the individual with maintaining a clean, safe, home
• Providing transportation to medical and other personal appointments
• Assisting by using safety equipment such as: hoyer lift, wheelchair, and gait belt when transferring individuals

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Skills: Must be able to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions effectively. Demonstrate interest in providing care and companionship for individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes. Must successfully complete agency orientation training
• Health Status: Meets all applicable agency policies and procedures related to health screening and required drug testing

Must Possess and Maintain:

• License: Valid Ohio driver’s license with less than 6 points
• Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage (you must be listed on the Declaration)

Visit our website at www.frontiercommunity.com

 Frontier Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.

Frontier Community Services is a Drug Free Workplace