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West Virginia Employer Direct Care Aide in Parkersburg, West Virginia
REQUIREMENTS: 18 years of age or older, must have completed 9th grade or above, ability to pass fingerprinting and background checks hired, clear of any misdemeanor/felony convictions of abuse, neglect of a child or incapacitated adult, valid drivers license to drive between locations if required, clean driving record and auto insurance. Active CPR and First Aid Certification preferred but not required. Can do after hire. Description: As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide direct, hands on services to clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in various locations. Services may include any and/or all of the following: Temporary care and supervision for a client who cannot provide for all of their needs and their primary caregiver(s) needs short term coverage. Respite care may include supervision, monitoring, implementation of a behavior support plan, implementation of medical plans of care and habilitation training or Person Centered Support that provides support and habilitation services that enable the client to acquire and maintain independent living skills. These services are provided in their home or in the community. Finally, you may be active in Supported Employment that is designed to assist clients in competitive paid employment in integrated community settings, allowing them to gain employment at or above minimum wage. Description: These roles can be full-time or part-time with flexible hours. Pay and benefits depend on number of hours worked. Full time has complete benefits including 401-K. Also there are bonuses that can be made. Pay and benefits will be discussed at interview.
