$18/hr Caregiver/Direct Support Professional-Enhanced Intense Behaviors

Description

   WALK-IN INTERVIEWS & ON-THE-SPOT HIRING EVENT! Skip the waiting game! We are actively expanding our team of compassionate Caregivers/Direct Support Professionals, and Enhanced Intense Behavioral (EIB) Caregivers/Direct Support Professionals. We are hosting an open-house hiring event. Come meet our team, interview in person, and have the potential to leave with a conditional job offer the very same day!

• When: Monday, November 23rd from 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
• Where: Health & Behavioral Dimensions Adult Day Training Facility (The blue & white building within a residential neighborhood. It has a wooden cross out front, as our facility used to be a church).
• Address: 120 SW 6th Ave Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
• *No Appointment Necessary! Just walk in during event hours!

What to Bring (Required for On-the-Spot Offers):

1. An updated copy of your Resume
2. Proof of education (High School Diploma or GED, transcripts, etc.)
3. A valid Driver’s License

Can’t make it to the event? Apply directly to this posting:

Do you enjoy helping people? Are you looking for a career in human services? 

Working at Health & Behavioral Dimensions as a Direct Support Professional could be the perfect fit for you! HBD is looking for qualified and caring Direct Support Professionals to join our team! 

Who We Are: 

Health & Behavioral Dimensions, Inc. (HBD) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit with 9 locations throughout Broward County, Florida that provide residential and day services. Our work is driven by a shared commitment to providing personalized, high-quality residential, adult day training programs and support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including individuals with intensive behavior challenges. 

Company Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Ability to earn double the pay if you work certain holidays!
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance of $35,000
• Company-paid AD&D insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• 401k
• Company-sponsored training courses and certifications
• Educational & professional development opportunities - Become a RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) 
• Employee assistance program (EAP) - A free wellness benefit for all employees
• A positive work culture built on collaboration, teamwork, and a person-centered approach

Schedule: Works 40 hours, 5 days per week, including one weekend shift. Holidays and overtime may be required. 

Location: Onsite our enhanced intense behavioral (EIB) residential home in Pompano Beach, Florida.

What You Will Do:

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides hands-on care for adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and intense, complex behaviors. The DSP helps clients with daily living activities, personal care, and skill development. This support empowers individuals to live as independently and safely as possible.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Applies preventative and physical crisis management interventions to de-escalate intense behavioral challenges that may include physical aggression, property destruction, self injurious behaviors, sexual inappropriateness, elopement, pica and/or other maladaptive behaviors. 
• Assists clients to maximize their potential on their personal life goals. 
• Guides and supports individuals to learn new skills in relationship building, communication, community safety and increased independence. 
• Engages individuals with recreational activities such as art, games, theatre, karaoke, exercise, etc. 
• Accurately documents client behavioral information, incident reports, and daily progress. 
• Assists clients with daily hygiene, grooming, feeding, dressing, bathing, and toileting.
• Administers medication to clients as prescribed and instructed.
• Arrives  to work on time and ready to work as scheduled for each shift.
• Drives clients to outings and appointments using company vehicles.
• Communicates necessary information clearly and professionally with clients, their families, and staff.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas of the house, grounds, vehicles, and work area as assigned.
• Shops and prepares meals for clients.
• Follows HIPPA and safety requirements and protocol.

Requirements

Qualification & Skill Requirements - What We are Looking For:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. 
• Required to have at least 2 years of experience providing direct services in a medical, psychiatric, human services, group home setting, or in working with persons who have developmental disabilities.
• Has the ability to stay calm, focused, and non-judgmental during high-stress behavioral events. 
• Skilled in proactive crisis intervention, and safety protocols. 
• Has basic computer skills and ability to use a tablet or computer to record      data and complete incident reports.
• Experience working with electronic health records (EHRs) and systems required.
• Has strong patience, empathy, and compassion.
• Has strong problem-solving and adaptability skills.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with staff, clients, leadership, visitors, and external guests. 
• Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License. Must be able to travel throughout the work day.
• Certifications: Must have, or is able to obtain an APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities) approved CPR/First Aid certification, APD-required trainings, Applied Behavioral Analysis training, and PCM (Professional Crisis Management Level-2) by the completion of orientation. This person will also be required to maintain certifications throughout employment. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly move up to 100 pounds and apply approved physical holds.
• This person will frequently move about their workspace. 
• Ability to often maneuver and exert force when helping a client, applying emergency response support, and/or transporting items.
• Possess strong visual and auditory ability to detect and discern client activity and safety in the area.

EEO Statement: HBD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

HBD is committed to supporting employees and applicants who may need a reasonable accommodation. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in the interview process, or otherwise participate in the hiring process due to a disability, please contact HR at [email protected] or (954) 667-4599. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on an individualized basis and in accordance with applicable law.

E-Verify: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

All applicants will be required to successfully complete The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) background screening, as mandated by section 435.12, Florida Statutes. More information can be found here https://info.flclearinghouse.com.