Substitute (SUB) Direct Support Professional/Caregiver

Position Title SUB (Substitute/Pool) Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position Location Jefferson, WI; Waukesha, WI; Brookfield, WI Responsibilities As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will cross‑train between areas to be a versatile DSP. You will plan and teach recreational activities as well as activities of daily living, provide personal care, and support community integration for adults with developmental disabilities. In this role you will transport clients, complete and maintain accurate reports, and maintain a clean and safe environment. Your ability to make sound decisions while handling challenging situations will be critical to your success. We provide all paid classroom and on‑the‑job training. After completing our training program you will be a CBRF certified DSP. Why join St. Coletta? Competitive wages, internal growth opportunities at the DSP and management levels Fixed schedules so you can plan your life with consistency Generous PTO (for full‑time and part‑time) Eight paid holidays (for full‑time and part‑time) Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans (full‑time only) 401(k) with employer match (all employees) Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance (full‑time only) Tuition reimbursement programs Employee referral bonuses Requirements Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend documents, write reports and correspondence, and effectively communicate with customers, clients, and employees. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, use whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability: Ability to problem‑solve with a variety of variables in standardized situations and interpret and follow written, oral, or diagram instructions. Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets the standards set forth by the organization and valid vehicle insurance. Ability to complete and maintain all required training in accordance with organizational, county, state, and federal regulations. Driving Requirements: This position requires an employee be able to drive for work purposes and maintain a valid driver’s license. The position may also require use of the employee’s personal vehicle. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to respond to and de‑escalate behavior issues, strong organizational, time‑management, and interpersonal skills, maintain confidentiality, make sound decisions, establish effective professional relationships, and be flexible to meet organizational needs. Other Qualifications: Knowledge of developmental disabilities. Physical Demands: The physical demands described include standing, walking, using hands, reaching above shoulders, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, occasionally sitting, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Work Environment: The environment characteristics described include occasional exposure to outside weather conditions and moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. St. Coletta is an EEO/AA and Substance/Tobacco Free Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr