Direct Support Professional*
Company: Lighthouse Autism Center
Location: Nappanee
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
SIGN ON BONUS $1,000 ($500 at 30 days and 90 days)!! Are you
committed to making a difference in the lives of others? Do you
pride yourself on being positive, caring, and optimistic? Do you
have a learner mentality? If this describes you, we would love to
add you to our growing team of superstars.
Join one of the fastest-growing fields in healthcare in an
entry-level job that lets you work with kids and spend your day
doing meaningful work.
Who we are:
Lighthouse Autism Center provides year-round therapeutic
intervention for children with autism based on the science of
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Our Founders, Gregg and Sandy
Maggioli are parents of a child with autism. Together they opened
the first Lighthouse Autism Center in 2012 to achieve their mission
of ensuring each child reaches their full potential. At our 25
centers today (and growing), we offer hope for every child, every
family.
What we offer:
- Health, dental, life and vision insurance - benefits start on
day one!
- Health Savings Account (HSA) for those enrolling in a high
deductible medical plan
- $20,000 life insurance coverage, no cost to employee
- 3 Weeks earned Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay - 8 days per year
- Wellness Days - 5 non-paid Wellness Days which can be used as
an alternative to PTO for more flex time
- 401K employer match of up to 2%. Eligible after one year of
employment.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance: Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and Child Life
coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) for those enrolling in a high
deductible medical plan
- Guaranteed hours: Monday through Friday, Full-Time-40 hours
+
- Paid training: Lighthouse will train new team members to help a
new employee earn their RBT Certification and pay for their exam
fees
- Thriving company with career growth opportunities
What you will doing as a team member:
- Actively work with kids (18 months to school age) with autism
in a center-based approach
- Implement principles of ABA therapy to help children
one-on-one, in a team setting, to reach their goals
- Implement custom therapy programs to meet the unique treatment
needs of each child
- Provide early intervention therapy to help children develop
mentally, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the
provision of appropriate individualized programming and
education
- Help children to progress in educational settings, social
settings, and look to prepare children to eventually transition
back to school
- Collaborate with a team of like-minded individuals dedicated to
every child's success
Requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED but a college degree in any field
and/or relevant work experience is preferred
- Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying more than 50 lbs. Able
to sustain impact to body (i.e., being hit, etc.) in any area.
Running, crouching, squatting, and ability to kneel for sustained
periods of time. Bending at the waist to touch knees and/or toes.
Full range of motion of hands and arms. Sitting on floor and chair
for long periods of time. Ability to move quickly from standing to
seated, or kneeling position, without support.
- Reliable transportation/Valid Driver's License
- Important Note: Safety is a priority at Lighthouse. You will
undergo a background and drug test (including THC) at the time of
hire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
-
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
-
Schedule:
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- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
-
Ability to commute/relocate:
-
- Warsaw, IN 46580: Reliably commute or planning to relocate
before starting work (Required)
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Application Question(s):
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- Why are you interested in this role?
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Education:
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- High school or equivalent (Required)
-
Willingness to travel:
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- 25% (Preferred)
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Work Location: One location
Keywords: Lighthouse Autism Center, South Bend , Direct Support Professional*, Other , Nappanee, Indiana
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