Join Our Team; Make a Difference.
Company Overview:
Are you a professional that wants to make a difference in your community and in the lives of others? If so, come work with us! Established in 1972, The Center has more than 52 years of experience assisting people with disabilities to live and work in their community.
We were voted “Best Place to Work” in Southwest Michigan, by Moody on the Market and received the highest-level of accreditation from Carf International, demonstrating excellence in performance and quality of care.
The Center believes in a work-life balance and understand the workforce is our biggest asset. Therefore, we partner each employee with a success coach to aide in the work-life balance. We care about our workforce and want them to succeed.
At The Center, we value:
Leadership – We make every effort to offer leadership opportunities to our employees.
Opportunity – We actively offer opportunities to grow, train, and promote employees within the organization.
Teamwork – Collaboration is key at The Center! We accomplish goals when we work, communicate, and thrive for greatness together!
Unique – Each day is different at The Center where we celebrate diversity with the varied backgrounds, skillsets and talents of our employees.
Success – Everyone is successful at The Center! When one falls, we all fall. When one succeeds, We all succeed.
Why Should you Join our Team:
1. Established in 1972, The Center has more than 52 years of experience in the industry.
2. Voted “Best Place to Work” in southwest Michigan, by Moody on the Market.
3. Received the highest level of accreditation from Carf International, demonstrating excellence in performance and quality of care.
4. 403B Retirement Plan
5. Accrued paid time off (PTO) & Sick time after 90 days of employment.
6. Company Paid Life Insurance - The Center pays 100% of the employee premium.
7. Medical insurance- The Center pays 60% of the employee premiums.
8. Voluntary Dental & Vision Insurance Plan
9. Voluntary Short-term & Long-term disability Insurance
10. 10 Paid Holidays, including a Floating Holiday- used as the employee wishes.
11. Flexible Schedules- The Manager and Employee work together to schedule according to the employee’s availability.
12. Equipment- The Center provides you with a tablet to complete various tasks and a vehicle, in some departments, to safely transport a group of clients into the community.
13. Event and Mileage Reimbursement
14. Employee Referral Bonus
15. Paid Training, both industry and company training.
16. FIN FIT – Link on your Paychex dashboard
17. Pine Rest – EAP (Employee Assistance Program for everyone living in your home)
18. Working Advantage Discounts – Discounts on memberships, tickets, entertainment, home warranties, and more.
19. Success Coach is available to support you.
Assistance with establishing a work-life balance.
Be a part of something special- something rewarding-something that allows you to make a difference in your community and in the lives of others!
Apply Now using the form below or stop by 1440 E. Empire Ave Benton Harbor, MI- We would love to meet you!
Positions Available:
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Job Overview:
The Direct Supports Professional- DSP reports to the Program Manager and is responsible for assisting, training, and supporting our clients. They are responsible to provide excellent services according to the client’s person-centered plan. The objective of the DSP is to assist the clients in their daily living activities and-or employment goals to positively impact each client’s growth.
The DSP provides direct services to our clients. They will assist the clients with accessing their community and by providing support services to them. Those services may include transportation, assisting with meal planning, exercising, or safety while in their community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Desire to make a difference.
Maintain professional relationships with family members, contracting agencies, and or other stakeholders tailored to the business and client needs.
Facilitate training sessions with the clients on various topics, including how to prepare a meal, safety in their home or while in the community, or how to access their local police and fire departments.
Assist and support client choice and achievement in their personal goals.
Meet with the community mental health authorities (CMH) on a regular basis to ensure quality of services, communication and satisfaction.
Acts as a resource to clients, including advocating, supporting and motivating when necessary.
Current Openings:
DSP/Respite-CLS - Part-Time: Hrs- 9am to 3pm / 3pm to 9pm. Available positions in: St. Joseph, Benton Harbor, Berrien Springs & Stevensville - 7 positions available.
DSP/Respite- Part-Time: Hrs- 9am to 3pm / 3pm to 9pm. Available positions in: Niles, Buchanan and Bridgman - 3 positions available.
DSP/Respite - Part-Time: 9am to 3pm / 3pm to 9pm. Available positions in: St. Joseph, Berrien Springs, Benton Harbor and Stevensville - 11 positions available.