Direct Support Professional - Respite Care Part Time / Full Time

Pony Bird, Inc. is looking for Direct Support Professionals MA1, f or our new Respite Program in Festus!  This new program will start off with Part-Time hours that could build into Full-Time.

Pony Bird's core values of compassion, dignity, respect, integrity, and teamwork drive our programs and services. We pride ourselves on our commitment to going above and beyond for our employees. We provide comprehensive, high-quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a fun, enriching, and supportive environment.

This new position focuses on providing respite supports with dignity and respect and supporting individuals with developmental, physical, and medical needs. Direct care will be provided if an individual does not possess the skill necessary to complete the task or to meet the need. Staff in this position are required to demonstrate warmth, insight, interest, and respect for the Individuals with disabilities.

PAID TRANING

GREAT BENEFITS

Schedule and Hourly rates :

Day Shift : $20.00 / hour 7 : 00 a.m. to 3 : 00 p.m.

Evening Shift : $20.50 / hour 3 : 00 p.m. to 11 : 00 p.m

Midnight Shift : $21.00 / hour 11 : 00 p.m. to 7 : 00 a.m.

Schedules include Every Other Weekend

Qualifications :

• High School diploma / GED
• Must complete required training classes within DMH / Licensure timelines.
• Complete and maintain First Aid / CPR / AED certification and other DMH / Licensure training / certification requirements through the duration of employment.
• Must successfully complete the Pony Bird Level I Medication Aide program approved by the State of Missouri for medication administration, having an acceptable score on the written and clinical examinations and having received certification as Medication Aide, the employee is qualified for this position.

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life? If so, Pony Bird is the place for you. Learn more about what it's like to be a member of the Pony Bird team at

Pony Bird, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE / M / F / D / V / SO