Art Teacher/Direct Support Professional

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - Full Time - FINE LINE STUDIOS (Art Experience required)

Location: Bridgeton, MO.

Description

Are you looking for a rewarding job in the arts? Fine Line Studios, an arts‑based day program at Resources for Human Development, is looking for creative individuals with art skills to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities at our program in Bridgeton. Direct Support Professionals at Fine Line Studios facilitate art activities, inspire creative expression, support participants to develop their art skills and foster independence. The ideal candidate for this position is compassionate, creative, and eager to make a positive impact on their community.

Job Details

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with intellectual developmental disabilities, behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community‑based sites. This position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their goals. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client’s program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the day program and the community. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.

• Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person‑centered ISP; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person‑Centered Support Plans.
• Complete required documentation.
• Administer medication.
• Provide transportation to consumers.
• Support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate.
• Assist in community integration activities and access to community supports including recreational activities, art galleries, etc.
• Assist in facilitating art activities including but not limited to: drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fibers, jewelry, crafts, music, and wellness activities.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Prior experience in the human services field, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance if applicable.

Who We Are

Fine Line Studios is an arts‑based day program for adults with disabilities located in the Bridgeton neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. We are a part of Resources for Human Development, a national human services non‑profit specializing in creating innovative quality services that support people of all abilities. At Fine Line Studios our mission is to support adults with disabilities through the arts, and provide an environment that fosters a range of skill sets that build confidence and personal empowerment.

Through the arts, we enrich the lives of those we serve.

About Company

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

EEO Statement

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non‑discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.