Join Our Team at The Source of Spokane’s new Post Falls location!
Are you passionate about positively impacting the lives of local youth in the foster care system? The Source provides 24/7 care and support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. As a Direct Support Professional, you'll play a vital role in working directly with youth in a residential setting. At The Source, we believe every individual is worthy of dignity, respect, and a stable living environment. Our team works together to provide a compassionate environment to help youth realize a bright future.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting Youth: Assist youth in achieving their individual goals.
- Providing Care and Support: Offer compassionate care to youth from challenging backgrounds. Adhere to child-specific care plans, collecting data and providing thorough documentation.
- Maintaining Safe Environment: Ensure a safe and healthy living environment for all residents.
- Transportation: Provide transportation to and from appointments as needed.
- Medication Management: Accurately distribute medication to residents.
- Documentation: Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of pertinent information.
- Team Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a dedicated team.
Location and Schedule:
Direct Support Professionals will be based in the Post Falls area. Both part-time and full-time positions are available, with availability required for weekends and some on-call.
Qualifications:
- At least 21 years of age.
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year experience working with vulnerable populations.
- Valid Driver's License and car insurance.
- Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
- Capacity to handle stressful situations appropriately.
Compensation and Benefits:
At The Source, we offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Paid 3-day training upon hire.
- Starting wage of $20.64/hr. for Direct Support Professionals, with opportunities for raises as soon as 90 days.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance for full time staff.
- Tele-Health care for all employees
- Paid time off.
- In-house emotional support team for staff.
About Us:
The Source of Spokane has been providing care for at-risk youth in the Spokane community for nearly a decade. We are assembling a team of dedicated, compassionate, and skilled individuals who believe in the power of making a difference.
If you're ready to join us in our mission, please submit your application. We look forward to scheduling an interview with you soon.
For more information about our organization, visit our website at www.thesourcespokane.org.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.64 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- working with vulnerable population: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Post Falls, ID (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Post Falls, ID: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person