DSP Mars Hill
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Asheville, NC - USA
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Job Summary
Direct Support Professional - Mars Hill
$16/hr 5-12hrs/wk (more hours available in Asheville if desired! Please specify in application.)
Seeking meaningful employment
Become a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with Skill Creations Inc. a nonprofit agency helping people with disabilities meet their personal goals. The DSP works in the individuals home and/or in a community setting providing care according to the specific needs and goals of the individuals.
Description:
Provide part-time support to a college student at Mars Hill. He is interested in history theatre and expanding his social circle on campus. His values include his independence and his Christian faith. His health and safety requires specific monitoring due to medical complexity.
Duties will include:
- Helping with schoolwork-- overseeing use of dictation software making corrections for accuracy. Uploading textbook pages to dictation software.
- Preparing food ensuring safety during mealtimes.
- Assisting with maintenance of living space.
- Providing support with fine motor skills communication and conversational skills.
- Ensuring health and safety.
Requirements:
- High School GED or College Transcript from an accredited school.
- Valid NC Drivers license and acceptable Driving Record.
- Criminal Record Check.
- Completion of paid training in CPR/First Aid and Behavior Management.
- Basic computer skills for e-mail electronic training modules and data recording.
- Ability to remain on ones feet most of the time.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and to occasionally balance bend stoop and kneel.
- Prompt and regular attendance. Includes working during inclement weather and some holidays.
- Ability to meet client-specific needs.
About Company
Our company was incorporated in 1984 within the State of North Carolina, and opened its doors for business in August of 1985. The company has continually grown to a point where we currently serve more than 600 individuals, and employ more than 1000 people across the state. Skill Creat ... View more
