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Direct Support Professional
Summary
Title:Direct Support Professional
ID:1249
Department:Intellectual Disability Services
Employment Type:Part Time
Pay Rate:$8.00/hr
Location:Baton Rouge, LA
Education:High School
Experience:Less than a year
Licensure:N/A
Description
JOB 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 currently have part-time weekend positions available.

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!

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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. 
 

An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Volunteers of America Greater Baton Rouge, Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

 

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