Direct Support Professional (Full-Time)

Direct Support Professional

Chartered in 1959 as a school for children with disabilities, Spectrum of Solutions has grown into a respected organization advocating for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and cognitive disabilities. Our mission is to provide a spectrum of resources and support for the community as well as those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Our purpose is to INSPIRE, EMPOWER, ADVOCATE, and EDUCATE the IDD community in the Permian Basin. Through care and support, Spectrum of Solutions inspires a generation of empowered individuals to live full and meaningful lives with dignity.

Spectrum of Solutions is searching for full-time, compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our highly respected team in the Permian Basin (Midland and Odessa) area. In this position you will play an essential role in contributing to the organization's mission by assisting individuals served in various aspects of daily living while ensuring their safety and providing emotional support.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the health, comfort and safety of individuals served, while ensuring that the medical, nutritional and personal care needs are being met.
• Interact with individuals in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner, and practice effective techniques for reinforcing appropriate individual behavior
• Maintain medical, social and programmatic files by recording each person's progress and documenting other required information.
• Provide transportation and assist individuals with integration into the community by accompanying them to social and spiritual activities
• Assist each person served with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry duties promoting independence
• Collaborate with care team regarding individual needs and progress

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in caregiver roles preferred
• Must be able to work onsite (not a remote role)
• Valid Texas driver's license and related insurance
• Must pass a background check and drug screen

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)

Spectrum of Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.