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WHY WORK FOR US
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PASSION
Are you tired of just clocking in and clocking out of a job? Do you wish you could have a job that you could be passionate about? Imagine waking up and being excited to go to work! When you are a DSP, it becomes more than just a job, it becomes a passion.
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CHALLENGE
We have all had that feeling of accomplishment when we are working toward a goal and finally reach it. When you become a DSP, you are taking on a rewarding challenge that will help you grow as a person. When you help a person walk for the first time, or help them learn something new, you will be reminded why this job is so special.
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PURPOSE
Working 40+ hours a week is a large commitment of the most valuable resource on the planet: time. If you are looking for a way to use your time to make a difference in a meaningful way, being a direct support professional is it. Not a moment is wasted working in direct support and sometimes simply showing up with a positive attitude and warm smile can make a HUGE difference in someone’s life.
available positions
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Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Position Summary: The direct support professional provides day to day interactions, care and assistance for individuals served as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan.
Essential Functions:
The Direct Support Professional at The Society will provide assistance, support and guidance in the following areas, as each site requires:
Activities Of Daily Living (ADL’S)
Promotes independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning)
Safety and security to ensure healthy living.
Environmental cleanliness
Personal care
Transportation
Community living and integration
Upholding individual’s rights
Supports individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement.
Engage in positive, collaborative interactions communication and support of individuals and team members at all times.
Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation.
Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements.
Perform medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification.
Demonstrates punctuality and dependability. May be required to work holidays and other shifts outside of your normal schedule.
Represents The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy. Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader.
Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Bona-fide Occupationally Required Competencies and Credentials:
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate in English including both spoken and written.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society.
Upon hire: Complete coursework in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, CPR/First Aid/AED, PMT, and other courses as required.
Job Type: Full-time or Part-Time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week (Full-Time) 24 per week max. (Part-Time)
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Location: 2827B Cleveland Rd. in Wooster, OH 44691
Starting Pay: $18.00 - $20.00
Part Time Monday - Friday 9am - 2pm 25 hours per week with potential to become Full Time at a later date
Position Summary: The direct support professional provides day to day interactions, care and assistance for individuals served as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan.
Essential Functions:
The Direct Support Professional at The Society will provide assistance, support and guidance in the following areas, as each site requires:
Activities Of Daily Living (ADL’S)
Promotes independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning)
Safety and security to ensure healthy living.
Environmental cleanliness
Personal care
Transportation
Community living and integration
Upholding individual’s rights
Supports individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement.
Engage in positive, collaborative interactions communication and support of individuals and team members at all times.
Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation.
Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements.
Perform medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification.
Demonstrates punctuality and dependability. May be required to work holidays and other shifts outside of your normal schedule.
Represents The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy. Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader.
Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bona-fide Occupationally Required Competencies and Credentials:Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate in English including both spoken and written.
Must obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, First Aid, CPR, PMT and other courses as required.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society.
BenefitsRetirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Vision Insurance
Training & Development
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Job Title: Development and Community Relations Manager
Position Summary: This position serves in a leadership role overseeing the development and community relations team and is responsible for the agency’s fund development, marketing and public relations.
Essential Functions:
Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates development & community relations team members. Leads team members and fosters professional and personal growth within the organization.
Leads Board Development Committee. Builds strong relationships with external stakeholders. Collaborates with members of the Society team and other non-profits.
Creates and executes a strategic funding and marketing plan in collaboration with the Executive Director and Senior Management. Responsible for the development and coordination of fund development, including developing and maintaining partnerships with businesses and supporters, annual fundraising plans, special events, legacy donations, community fundraising activity and grant writing projects.
Leads grant writing activities for all programs. Ensures that applications are submitted to the appropriate grantor, and are written according to the grant requirements and reported on according to the grant specifications.
Oversees all special events and works with Development & Community Relations Coordinator to ensure all special events achieve/exceed revenue goals by implementing industry best practices for recruiting event committees, teams, sponsors, and individuals to grow stakeholder base. Evaluates event results and prepares recommendations for future events, manages the event budget, engages media, supervises event logistics, ensures databases are updated and provides an excellent experience for all participants.
Aggressively seeks new corporate and foundation funding and maintains relationships with current and past donors. Monitors all donor information and provides to management team and boards. Leads special projects and experiences to engage donors.
Responsible for public relations of The Society brand. Oversees marketing and communications on all platforms to maximize public awareness of the agency, promote fundraising, support advocacy efforts and educate on disability issues. [Newsprint, website, social media, Provider Guide Plus website, crisis communication site]
Demonstrates leadership, teamwork, cooperation and effective working relationships with individuals, family members, guardians, coworkers, professionals, donors, The Society Board of Directors, SHC Foundation Board of Directors and the general public.
Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Bona-fide Occupationally Required Competencies and Credentials:
Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, or related field. Five years of experience preferred in marketing, fundraising and development with two (2) years of supervision and management preferred.
Must be proficient using design and publishing programs, as well as social media.
Must have ability to effectively and clearly communicate thoughts both orally and in writing.
Must show initiative, creativity, and exercise sound judgment.
Must demonstrate confidence and the ability to motivate others.
Highly motivated and self-driven to work within a team structure toward diverse and inclusive problem solving.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society.
Location: Main Office
Travel: Meetings, site visits, marketing and fundraising events both inside and outside the agency.
Reports to: Executive Director
FLSA Status: Exempt; Full-time (40 hrs./week)
Supervises: Development & Community Relations Coordinator
Works with: Internal and external stakeholders.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b)
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Job Title: Operations Manager - Buildings and Property
Position Summary: This position is responsible for general and preventive maintenance and safety of all sites as well as ensuring compliance with all regulatory authorities related to buildings, properties, equipment, vehicles, fire codes and life safety codes.
Essential Functions:
Creates and implements preventative maintenance programs.
Oversees the completion of preventive maintenance inspections of all sites, vehicles and designated equipment as specified and ensures all deficiencies are corrected. Ensures facilities, properties, equipment and vehicles are safe and well maintained. Completes routine documentation regarding preventative maintenance, work orders, vehicle inspections, purchases and other reporting systems as required. Updates safety data sheets at sites.
Responsible for maintenance employes safety, training, standards, performance, evaluations and overseeing the completion of daily tasks. Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates maintenance team members.
Works with Director of Finance, Executive Director and Residential Director to develop an annual major project plan and budget.
Assists Volunteer Coordinator to coordinate volunteer projects that pertain to buildings and properties. Monitors volunteer activity or projects.
Maintains an ongoing relation with vendors, with a yearly review of vendor contracts. Ensures contract vendors complete projects as specified and monitors quality of service and goods provided by vendors.
Maintains compliance with standards, laws, rules and/or regulations related to buildings, properties, equipment, and vehicles with all regulatory authorities (i.e. DODD, ODH, MCHD, EPA and local fire officials). Prepares plans of corrections for survey citations.
Works with Society team and external entities/persons on special building projects.
Represents The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy. Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader.
Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Bona-fide Occupationally Required Competencies and Credentials:
Must have a High school diploma or GED, with at least 3 years of general maintenance experience.
Display ability to perform general maintenance tasks including outlet wiring (no service box work), repairs, environmental modifications and adaptations, operation of equipment and tools.
Displays knowledge of regulations related to safety and building maintenance, including local, state and federal requirements.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society.
Must have the ability to work independently.
Must have good communication, mathematical and reasoning skills.
Must have personal vehicle and tools.
Maintains required certification(s).
Location: Main Office
Travel: Daily, generally of a local nature
Reports to: Executive Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; Full-time (40 hrs./week)
Supervises: Maintenance Staff
Works with: Individuals, external vendors, department directors and administrative support staff, Ohio Department of Health, Medina County Health Department, EPA, Waste Water and Source Water Departments, maintenance personnel, human resource representative, program and site management.
Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands: While performing duties of the job, employee is required to stand, climb, walk, sit, drive, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Based on results of the Hazard Assessment for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), PPE may be required as outlined in the Infection Prevention and Control Manual and/or the Covid-19 Safety Preparedness and Response Plan.
Required PPE may include: gloves, masks, gowns, goggles, face shields and/or N95 respirators.
General Requirements: The employee is expected to adhere to all Society policies and act as a role model in the adherence to these policies.
Starting Pay: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour
WHAT DOES A DSP DO?
DAILY LIVING
A DSP provides the basic needs needed for any person to live a fulfilling life. This can look like teaching a person how to brush their teeth, helping them in and out of their wheelchair, taking care of the hygiene needs, cooking meals, and more. When you provide this type of care, you are providing a life that the person would not be able to live without your support.
COMMUNITY INTEGRATION
We all want to be part of our communities. A DSP provides an opportunity for individuals to have access to their communities. Many individuals with DD cannot drive or transport themselves. You are the catalyst to connect them to the world. This looks like going out to dinner, going shopping, volunteering with them, going bowling, and just living life with them!
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
Many individuals with Developmental Disabilities rely on medication in order to live a quality life, and in some cases, they are life-saving medications. A DSP is trained and certified to pass medications to individuals so that they can live a happy, healthy life. Don’t worry, we give you all the tools and training that you need!
ADVOCACY
At The Society, we want to be a voice for those who cannot speak up for themselves, but we also want to give a voice to those who can! As a DSP, you are an advocate for people with developmental disabilities.
FRIENDSHIP
When you become a DSP, you are starting the journey of creating brand new friendships that will impact you for the rest of your life. You will quickly learn that this job is more than just a job. It becomes part of your life and the people you support become more than just “clients” that you serve.
HAVE FUN!
What other job do you get to have the opportunity to just live life and have fun with others? There is so much joy in the developmental disabilities field, and you GET to be part of it! We have had DSPs go on vacation with individuals, go to camp, travel, go to shows, and more!