Job Opportunity: Direct Support Professional Wanted!

Are you looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference in someone’s life? We are seeking compassionate individuals to fill the following temporary positions:

- **1 Full-Time, Temporary Position (40 hours/week guaranteed)**

**Starting Pay: $28.00 per hour**

No experience required – We will train you!

**Please Note:**

This position does NOT include insurance benefits, paid time off, severance pay, sign-on bonus, or gas mileage reimbursement.

However, we DO offer:

- 6 unpaid sick days per year

- 12 unpaid personal days per year

- 3 unpaid bereavement leave days (per incident) for the loss of immediate family members

- Time off for jury duty

**Job Responsibilities:**

- Provide 1:1 support for a consumer

- Prompt and encourage the consumer to perform tasks independently

- Ensure the safety of the consumer at all times

- Transport the consumer using your personal vehicle

- Teach life skills and foster community involvement

- Assist with daily living tasks as needed

- Help the consumer achieve developmental and personal goals

- Maintain documentation and notes

- Assist with food planning and preparation

- Support the consumer in building healthy relationships and friendships

- Complete other duties as assigned

**Position Requirements:**

- High School Diploma or GED

- Smartphone for job-related apps (documentation, scheduling, clocking in/out)

- Non-smoker while on the job (due to consumer's health conditions)

- Up-to-date vaccinations: Tdap, MMR, Meningococcal, Hep A, Hep B, Varicella, COVID-19, and flu (proof required)

- Reliable vehicle for transporting the consumer

- Comfortable working in an environment with a dog and cat

- Complete annual online abuse and neglect training

- Comply with HIPAA guidelines and mandatory reporting duties

- Write daily notes and monthly reports

- Sign an employment contract and obtain a “good to go” letter from Acumen before starting work

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a meaningful role while supporting the consumer in reaching their full potential. If you are reliable, compassionate, and looking to make an impact, apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work the following shifts?

Monday’s 1pm-6pm

Tuesday’s 9am-6pm

Thursday’s 9am-6pm

Friday’s 9am-6pm

Saturday’s 9am-6pm

• Do you agree to not smoke or vape while at work? If not applicable put N/A
• Are you up to date on the following vaccinations: Tdap, MMR, meningococcal, Hep A, Hep B, Varicella, Covid-19, and flu and can provide proof of those vaccinations?
• Do you have a reliable vehicle for transporting consumer?
• Do you feel comfortable working in an environment with a dog and cat?
• Do you own a smartphone?
• Are you willing to comply with HIPPA rules and regulations and mandatory reporting duties?

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• CNA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbia, MO 65202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, MO 65202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person