Join the Team

Job Description

Locally founded and run nonprofit organization seeking energetic individuals who enjoy working with children with disabilities! This position involves providing guidance in behavior choices by teaching social, self-help, academic, and living skills. Observe and document behaviors, intervene as necessary to mitigate inappropriate behaviors and shape appropriate behaviors. The children participate in a variety of fun activities as well as practicing vocational, daily living and social skills. Previous positive experience working with developmental disabilities and/or at-risk kids preferred but not required. Must be at least 18 years old with high school diploma or equivalent and pass a background check. As required by Colorado Medicaid, employees must be FULLY VACCINATED for Flu and COVID.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• DSP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Spanish (Preferred)

Benefits

• Paid Ongoing training
• Culture of collaboration
• Recognition for your hard work through Agency-specific social media where employees earn points towards gift cards of your choosing
• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - 75% of medical premium PAID BY AGENCY
• Retirement - Agency contributes up to 3% of gross annual salary even without employee contribution
• Life Insurance - 100% of premium PAID BY AGENCY
• Paid Leave for all employees regardless of part-time or full-time - up to 80 hours per year
• BONUS PROGRAM - full time staff can earn up to an additional $1000 per quarter

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Pay

$14.50 - $17.00 per hour

Supplemental Pay

• Bonus pay

Experience

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification

• DSP: 1 year (Preferred)

Location

6050 Erin Park Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80918