To Apply: Complete an online General Employment Application and Self-Identify documents at www.ksiinc.org. If you use g-mail or yahoo you will need to print out completed application and fax to 302-422-5848. If you need an accommodation to fill out the application, please call 302-422-4014.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)/FLOATER-FACILITY- Milford Location
Close Date: 11/30/2022

Do you like taking care of people? Do you enjoy enriching someone else’s life through teaching, coaching and mentoring? Do you like to take trips in the community? Do you like to share laughs and smiles with the people you serve? Well then, Kent Sussex Industries, Inc. is looking for you to join our team as a Direct Support
Professional Floater.

All training needed for the position will be provided to compassionate individuals who like to work with people with disabilities. If that is you, please apply.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Work schedule is M-F 8:00am - 4:00pm. No nights nor weekends. The DSP position is a Grade 4 and compensation starts at $14.50 per hour. We offer an extensive benefit package which includes:

1. Major Medical/ Principal Dental Coverage

2. 401K Plan with up to a 5% agency match

3. Company-paid Disability and Life Insurance benefit

4. Nine paid holidays day one of employment

5. Yearly raises

6. Employee accrual starts on day one of employment

7. A yearly Corporate Bonus

8. A Free membership to Rocket Lawyer Legal services

9. Discounts on cellular service, travel & entertainment packages and many more.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Primary responsibility is to develop the skills of people with disabilities in a fun and interesting way, which may include trips to local community parks, museums or volunteer sites. Mentoring and providing educational trainings and opportunities, for our clients to meet their goals, that as a result will enhance their self-awareness, self-accomplishment and self-esteem.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical requirements include the ability to stand, sit, and/or walk for up to 2.5 hours before breaks; must be able to do frequent reaching, bending and stooping; and must be able to do occasional pulling and pushing.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be 18 years of age. Minimum of one year experience working with people with disabilities is desired, but not required. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a Criminal Background check, Adult Abuse Registry check, Child Abuse Registry check and Sex Offender

Listing check. Must be able to perform CPR/First Aid and Mandt techniques after certification, when needed.

Must have or be able to obtain a valid Delaware Driver’s License and have no more than two moving violations at the time of hire. Must demonstrate a positive attitude, have excellent communication skills and be willing to be part of a team. Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening. Basic computer skills are required.

KSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

F/M/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Employee's are required to wear a mask, hand sanitize, and have temperature taken upon entry to the facility. We also recognize the 3 foot distance rule.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milford, DE: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Delaware Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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