$20.53 an hour If making a positive impact in the lives of others is always on your to-do list -- you'll LOVE working with a team that puts people first. We're looking for a Direct Support Specialist to join our team! At Mosaic, our core focus is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live a full life. As a Direct Support Specialist, you'll play a lead role in serving people with intellectual and development disabilities. Who will love this job: * An advocate -- you will stop at nothing to make sure people have the tools necessary to do set them up for success * A go-getter - you're always looking for ways to add value, do better work, improve processes, build others up, and make the world a better place * A mediator - you naturally draw people together while remaining calm and focused, even in emotionally charged situations Here's what you'll do as a Direct Support Specialist: * Monitor the comfort and safety of the people we serve while ensuring the medical, nutritional and personal care needs are being met * Provide training according to the written program plan for people served, covering all aspects of the person's life as assigned and in compliance with company policy and procedure. * Serve and emotionally support the people we serve in a therapeutic manner using techniques proven to reinforce appropriate individual behavior * Maintain detailed documentation of each person's medical, social, and program progress * Provide support and transportation to appropriate leisure time and community activities * Assist people served in the handling of money and finances * Complete assigned cleaning tasks as schedule to maintain a neat and clean environment You should have: * High school diploma or equivalent * Minimum of one year experience in a related field * Must be at least 18 years of age * Valid drivers license and reliable transportation Extras we think you'll love: * Competitive Pay * Health Insurance * Professional & Personal Development Opportunities * Tuition Reimbursement * Paid Time Off (you earn it from day one!) Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled