Direct Support Professional

About This Role

Working with a team that prioritizes people, this role involves providing support and guidance to individuals as they develop daily living skills and life activities to live as independently as possible. It suits a natural helper who is a top-notch listener, a dedicated teacher, a proud advocate, and a born go-getter.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of important daily living skills and life activities by creating an environment where people can learn, grow and discover
• Help people identify and achieve the goals most important to them in order to live their best life possible
• Monitor the comfort and safety of the people we serve while ensuring their medical, nutritional and personal care needs are being met
• Demonstrate emotional support while assisting with general housekeeping, meal preparation and laundry duties

Requirements

• Desire to make a positive difference in people's lives
• No experience or educational requirements needed (thorough training is provided)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid U.S. driver's license required, where applicable
• Frequent physical activity including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending with occasional periods of sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting and balancing
• Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level as well as frequent reaching below knee level and overhead
• Occasional independent lifting up to 25 pounds
• Frequent push/pull up to 40 pounds of force
• Ability to safely transfer 50 pounds
• Passion for helping others
• Effective, clear communicator - both written and verbal
• Practically always on time (or early) and strive to exceed expectations whenever possible
• Excellent time management skills and able to juggle multiple responsibilities while communicating honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions
• Commitment to Mosaic Values

Benefits

• Daily Pay - manage finances with a convenient way to get paid for your work every day, financial flexibility and peace of mind
• Education Assistance to further your education or develop your career
• Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription options available
• Professional & Personal Development Opportunities
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off that starts accruing your first day

About the Company

At Mosaic, the company believes in creating a workplace where everyone has the chance to contribute and succeed, a commitment that is not just a policy but the way they work.