Starting Wage $20.53
If making a positive impact in the lives of others is always on your to-do list you'll LOVE working with a team that puts people first.
We're looking for a Direct Support Specialist to join our team!
At Mosaic, our core focus is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live a full life. As a Direct Support Specialist, you'll play a vital role in serving people with intellectual and development disabilities.
Who will love this job:
- An advocate you will stop at nothing to make sure people have the tools necessary to do set them up for success
- A go-getter - you're always looking for ways to add value, do better work, improve processes, build others up, and make the world a better place
- A mediator - you naturally draw people together while remaining calm and focused, even in emotionally charged situations
Here's what you'll do as a Direct Support Specialist:
- Assist 4 individuals in Independent Living (all live in their own apartments). DSS will be expected to attend scheduled visits with the individuals. Visits may include any of the following requirements:
- Assist people served in the handling of money and finances.
- Provide transportation and assist people served with accessing services in the community.
- Assist people served with general housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and laundry.
- Escort individuals to medical, dental, or therapy appointments and assist them in communicating with healthcare providers.
- Provide medication monitoring and/or administer prescribed medications and treatments.
- Maintain accurate, daily logs of shifts, tracking progress toward goals outlined in the individual's Individualized Service Plan.
Commitment to Mosaic Values:
At Mosaic, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone has the chance to contribute and succeed. This commitment is not just a policy, it's the way we work. It's good for the workforce, it's good for Mosaic, and it's the right thing to do.
You should have:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of one year experience in a related field
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Extras we think you'll love:
- Competitive Pay
- Health Insurance for full time positions
- Professional & Personal Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (you earn it from day one!)
