Awake Overnights Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Do you want a job where you can make a difference in the lives of others and get paid to do it? EON, Inc. is looking for passionate, person-centered and motivated employees to work with us to enrich lives by supporting independence. EON, Inc is an employee-owned organization. As an employee owner, you directly receive the benefits of a job well done by being part of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Other benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short Term Disability, 401(K), and an Employee Assistance Program.

Benefits Category: This is an hourly, non-exempt, position. Benefits eligible if working 30 or more hours per week. PTO eligible if working 35 or more hours per week. ESOP benefits upon meeting plan entry requirements.

Schedule: Full-time and part-time positions available with flexible scheduling. Morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts available (includes every other weekend).

What you will bring to our team:

A DSP must understand the different needs of individuals with disabilities. As a DSP you must have the ability to exercise flexibility and assertiveness, have a positive work ethic, problem solve, and navigate challenging situations effectively. A DSP must also be able to work without direct supervision.

• Possess a valid driver’s license and pass a Motor Vehicle Record check.
• Must not be disqualified by criminal background studies.
• Meet the physical requirements as outlined in the physical assessment form (pushing/pulling, lifting, bending, etc.).
• Able to read and write in English.
• Able to document information electronically.

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides care to individuals served in our community. The people we serve are vulnerable adults and children in need of support in their daily activities.

The right person for this position would be eager to help in the following areas:

Residential Services:

• Assisting individuals with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and other daily living functions.
• Assisting individuals with bedtime routines, administering medications, physical therapy, etc.
• Supporting and teaching individuals independent living skills i.e.: routines, meal prep, cooking, cleaning, laundry, budgeting, proper hygiene, medications, appointments, shopping, etc.
• Assisting individuals in accessing the community and participating in recreation and leisure activities.
• Assisting to resolve challenging situations as they arise.

Non-Residential Services:

• Support individuals who live in their own apartment, home or a family members home.
• Promote and teach a variety of independent living skills. Examples include financial management i.e.: balancing checkbooks, accessing the community (grocery store, bank, restaurants, laundry mat, fitness center etc.).
• Assisting individuals by promoting self-advocacy.

EON, Inc is an employee-owned organization, become an employee owner today!

EON, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.