Intensive Direct Support Specialist - New Higher Starting Pay

Kimberly and Kaukauna, WI

Part Time to Full Time

Entry Level

Pay for an Intensive Direct Support Specialist now starting between $18.55 to $20.60 per hour plus overtime eligibility!

About Agape of Appleton: A non-profit human services agency providing residential support services to individuals with differing abilities

Our Mission: Enriching and respecting the lives of our residents by assisting them with their day-to-day lives.

Programs: Due to some behaviors, we are looking for someone that is patient 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.
Generous paid time off benefits, Including: 6 paid personal/sick days per year, 1 week of paid vacation in the 1st year of employment, 2 weeks of paid vacation in the 2nd-4th years of employment, 3 weeks of paid vacation in the 5th-9th years of employment, and 4 weeks of paid vacation in the 10th year of employment.
Paid training and continuing education
Room for growth within the company
Kind, supportive, and diverse work environment - all are welcome at Agape!
Pay now starting between $18.55 to $20.60 per hour based on level of experience. Time and a 1/2 per hour for hours worked over 40 per week.

Responsibilities:

Display behavioral support using Behavioral Support Plans and Trauma Informed Care approaches.
Provide direct care support to individuals including personal cares, medication administration, behavioral intervention, and health monitoring.

Qualifications:

Prior experience working with autistic individuals, aggressive behaviors, behavioral support plans, and trauma-informed care is 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.

Keywords: Group Home, AFH, Adult Family Home, Assisted Living, trauma-informed care, autism, behavioral support

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.

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