Developing Potential is a nationally accredited CARF Day Habilitation program that began providing support services to adults with developmental disabilities in Jackson County in 1993. DPI’s program focuses on building strengths, fostering independence, changing lives, and developing potential. This mission drives DPI’s program services and the commitment DPI has to helping individuals achieve an adult, dignified lifestyle.
Today, DPI continues to grow and the program continues to evolve to meet the needs of families throughout Jackson County. We are interested in employing people who want to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
Job Requirements
- LPN Missouri license required; must supply copy of diploma
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 2 years of experience preferred
- Able to communicate effectively with residents, family members and all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality.
- Must have valid state driver's license, and current vehicle insurance indicating safe driving record. Must reliable, working vehicle and maintain sufficient fuel to meet clients' transportation needs (company reimburses for personal vehicle use) should use of personal vehicle for client transportation be requested. Must have the ability to do basic math, legible handwriting and professional grammar skills.
- Must be available to work weekdays. Must be able to attend staff meetings that may be conducted after program hours and complete required DMH training including new hire and annual online assigned training. Ability to maintain current certifications on Annual Recertification, I/DD specific training, and other training as needed.
Benefits:
Have your weekends off & enjoy benefits including:
- Health Insurance - portion of premiums paid by DPI
- Life Insurance - annual salary benefit - 100% of premium paid by DPI
- Simple IRA - DPI matches 100%, up to 3% of salary
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Mileage Reimbursement - for use of personal vehicle
- Paid Training Flexible Spending Account that allows employees to set aside pretax payroll dollars to pay health and child care expenses
- Additional life and dental insurance benefits available
Developing Potential, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need any accommodation in the application and/or interview process, please notify: Nikki Ray at 816-525-6000
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person