Job description

Capper Foundation is hiring Direct Support Professionals for the Topeka area!

Summary:

The primary function of the Direct Support Professional is to support the purpose, vision and values of Capper Foundation by exhibition of the following behaviors: ability and commitment to identify strengths, genuine respect for diverse perspectives and life styles, a capacity to listen and reflect, skill and creativity in helping people become more aware and confident of their own abilities, to help the individual or group assume decision-making and action, knowledge about how to gain access to information and ability to reflect and criticize ongoing process, including one’s own role in those processes.

Employment Status: Full or Part-time available

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Staff may be required to have a valid driver’s license to work specific sites.
• Must be able to pass background checks and drug test
• Knowledge of and ability to perform support/intervention techniques (requiring lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, blocking, grabbing).
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, cooking skills, and ability to follow menus and recipes.
• Ability to handle unpleasant personal care tasks with sensitivity and caring, while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Read, write and speak fluent English; skill in composing clear, concise reports; and ability to recognize and utilize alternative communication methods.
• Ability to work independently, give and accept constructive feedback in a team approach and consultative approach to training and service delivery.

Come work in a rewarding environment, APPLY TODAY!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• CNA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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