Looking
for a new career?
Consider
working with People with Disabilities.
Become
a Direct Care Professional!
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, a job as
a Direct Care Professional working with individuals with
developmental disabilities might be right for you!
- Are
you uncertain about a career choice?
- Are
you looking for a job with more meaning?
- Do
you like working with people?
- Would
people describe you as "caring" and "helpful?"
- Would
you like a flexible career with opportunities to work
with people of all ages?
- Are
you energetic?
- Does
and active job working in a variety of setting appeal
to you
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What
are some of the benefits of working in this field?
What
Direct Care Professionals say about their work:
- "It
is always new and interesting, and I am never bored."
- "I
get to make people smile, and that makes me feel good."
- "Every
day I feel as if I have made an impact in someone's life, I
have done something good."
- "Helping
people feels good!"
Some
other benefits include:
- Ability
to work a variety of hours and shifts.
- Ability
to meet many diverse and interesting people.
- Opportunities
to learn new skills.
- Ability
to positively impact another individual's life.
- An
opportunity to give back to the community.
What
kinds of things does a Direct Care Professional do?
All
kinds of activities:
- Taking
individuals with a disability to a sporting event such as a
ballgame.
- Teaching
someone how to do their laundry or how to cook.
- Taking
an individual shopping trip to a retail store.
- Assisting
someone to a doctor or dentist appointment.
Is
a degree required to work as a Direct Care Professional?
NO.
However, many agencies will require a high school diploma or a
G.E.D. A criminal background check will also be required.
What
type of training is needed?
Most
important is a desire to work with people with disabilities and
a willingness to be open and learn from others. Employers offer
training as part of their hiring process and offer continued training
opportunities throughout the year to increase your skills and
knowledge.
How
do I get started?
To find out about openings in this area, see the agencies
on the Membership page of our
Web site.
Where
do I get more information?
All
the agencies listed on the back of this brochure all serve individuals
with disabilities and can provide answers to additional questions
you may have.
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