Program Support Specialist (Direct Support Professional)

Job Description

Position Opening – Program Support Specialist – Prevocational

Location – 22317 Dupont Blvd, Georgetown, DE 19947

Have you always wanted to make a difference in the lives of others? Have you wondered what kind of impact you could make? Easterseals may have the perfect opportunity for you to work in a job that you love, while making a difference and earning a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits!

Easterseals is seeking amotivated and dedicated professional to provide support and guidance in the community to Adult individuals with intellectual disabilities in individual or group activities. This role is responsible for planning and implementing a daily schedule of participation to include employment and community activities.

As you build relationships with the people you support, you will share in the joy that they experience when learning a new skill that promotes independence in everyday life.

Qualifications:

• Must have compassion for others and the desire to support adults with disabilities
• Must be able to work 40 hours/weekly M-F (daytime 12:30PM – 8:30PM)
• Must be at least 21-years of age to drive company vehicles
• Driving record in good standing
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities in a community setting
• Experience providing support to Adult individuals with disabilities

Preferred Skills:

• Associates Degree in Human Services
• Case management experience

What Easterseals Offers:

• A welcoming environment filled with people who are passionate about our mission
• Competitive wages and a comprehensive, affordable benefits package
• Retirement plan with company match up to 5%
• 12-paid holidays
• Generous PTO package including three weeks’ vacation after two years’ service
• Performance-based annual merit increases
• Sign on bonus
• Student Loan Forgiveness qualifying organization (PSLF)
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development opportunities

The starting salary for this position is $18.00 per hour with the opportunity to earn more as experience and increased job responsibility is achieved.

Email resume and cover letter to Quintella Liles at Qliles@esdel.org

Easterseals is proud to create a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. Visit https://www.easterseals.com/de/ to learn more about our CARF accredited programs. EEOE

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