Direct Support Professional (Caregiver, DSP)

The Company:

ADEC's services revolve around one mission: Helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities find informed choice and possibility. We serve more than 1,000 individuals each year through more than a dozen programs, ranging from music therapy for children to supervised group living for adults.

The Position:

ADEC Inc is looking for Direct Support Professionals (caregivers/DSP) to increase the independence of persons with disabilities living in group homes or supported living sites by providing active treatment and personal assistance while maintaining a clean and comfortable home-like environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Personal Care - bathroom needs, cleaning, meals, activities, and more

• Transportation - Any community-based activities, appointments, and outings needed

• Administering Medication and Charting

• Meal Preparation

• Household Duties and more!

Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift 60 pounds

• Valid driver's license

• Proof of car insurance

• Pass background and negative drug test

Why Should you Apply?

ADEC has been providing services to children, adults and families with developmental disabilities for more than 65 years.

ADEC is a stable well respected active member of the community employing people in both Elkhart and St. Joseph counties. ADEC's Code of Ethics ensure we treat employees with the same dignity and respect we extend to our individuals served.

• Retirement Program with company match

• Holiday, vacation, and sick time

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• SunLife Accident Insurance

• Gym membership reimbursement

• Long term disability

• Life insurance

• $1000 Retention Bonus: $200 at 90 days, $300 at 6 months, and $500 at one year.

ADEC is required to comply with the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) Health Care Staff Vaccination Requirement which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption.