Kaukauna Intensive Direct Support Specialist - Agape of Appleton
Kaukauna, WI 54130
About the Job
Kaukauna Intensive Direct Support Specialists now start at $18-$20/hour with a potential new hire bonus.
About Agape of Appleton: A non-profit human services agency providing residential support services to individuals with differing abilities
Our Mission: Enrich the lives of our residents by assisting them with their day-to-day tasks.
Program: This is a program that loves to go on outings. Due to some behaviors, we are looking for someone that is calm and has a positive outlook. It is a duplex, and we have 1 participant (male) on each side. (The staffing is 1-on-1.)
Benefits:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Agape of Appleton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or national origin. Minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with the ADA, Agape will make reasonable accommodations to a qualified applicant (or existing employee) with a known physical or intellectual disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship according to ADA guidelines. Should you be chosen, employees are required to pass a pre-employment physical, TB test, and background checks.
Come start your new career in kindness!
About Agape of Appleton: A non-profit human services agency providing residential support services to individuals with differing abilities
Our Mission: Enrich the lives of our residents by assisting them with their day-to-day tasks.
Program: This is a program that loves to go on outings. Due to some behaviors, we are looking for someone that is calm and has a positive outlook. It is a duplex, and we have 1 participant (male) on each side. (The staffing is 1-on-1.)
Benefits:
- $0 premium health insurance options
- Low premium dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans
- Flex and health savings accounts
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Bonus opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
- Time and one-half for hours worked on recognized holidays.
- 1 week vacation and 6 PTO days in the first year
- Paid training and continuing education
- Room for growth within the company
- Fun, supportive, and diverse work environment
Qualifications:
- Prior experience working with autistic individuals, aggressive behaviors, behavioral support plans, and trauma-informed care approaches is preferred but not required
- A strong passion for helping others with autism and intellectual and physical disabilities
- Be mentally and physically capable to assist participants based on their needs
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Maintain a valid driver’s license with excellent driving record
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities:
- Display behavioral support using Behavioral Support Plans and Trauma Informed Care approaches.
- Provide caregiving duties (bathing, grooming, hygiene, dressing, toileting, community integration activities, companionship, and conversation with residents)
Agape of Appleton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, or national origin. Minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with the ADA, Agape will make reasonable accommodations to a qualified applicant (or existing employee) with a known physical or intellectual disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship according to ADA guidelines. Should you be chosen, employees are required to pass a pre-employment physical, TB test, and background checks.
Come start your new career in kindness!
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