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Direct Support Professional
Summary
Title:Direct Support Professional
ID:1186
Department:Intellectual Disability Services
Employment Type:Full and/or Part Time
Pay Rate:$8.00/hr
Location:Baton Rouge, LA
Education:High School
Experience:Less than a year
Licensure:N/A
Description
Want to make a difference in someone's life?  Need experience working in the human services field?

Volunteers of America GBR is seeking energetic, caring individuals to work in community home settings with adults with intellectual disabilities.  Our homes are located in residential neighborhoods in mid-city, Baton Rouge.  Within each home, 24-hour supervision is provided by trained direct support staff in a family-like atmosphere.  It is our commitment to assist the individuals we support in achieving independence by acquiring life skills, through health and safety education, and community integration.  Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for the people we serve.

We have immediate openings on all shifts, including weekday, weekend & overnight.  Both full and part time positions are available & we offer flexible schedules.

If you are driven by compassion and the desire to help others and make an impact in your community, this is the perfect job for you!

Qualified candidates must be compassionate and work well with others.  Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and certification in Medication Administration (CMA) are preferred, but not required.  A valid driver's license is a must. 

BENEFITS: (Full time applicants)
Volunteers of America Greater Baton Rouge offers a comprehensive benefit package to include:  Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403-B Pension Plan, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances, Life Insurance, 11 paid annual holidays, Vacation and Sick leave.

 
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