Direct Support Professional (DSP) Day Program Services

Southwest Center is seeking dependable and compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured day services environment. DSPs play an important role in promoting independence community participation personal growth health and overall well-being for the individuals we support.

This position involves assisting participants throughout the day with individualized supports skill development community involvement personal care needs and maintaining a safe and positive environment.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday

Shift options:

• 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
• 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
• Some holiday hours may be required based on program operations

Employment Classification

• Full-Time
• Non-Exempt

Employee Benefits
Eligible employees may receive access to:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Group Accident Coverage
• Critical Illness Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Qualifications
Applicants should:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have professional experience supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred
• Successfully complete all required agency and regulatory training requirements
• Maintain required certifications including CPR and First Aid
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Pass criminal background screenings
• Successfully complete pre-employment and random drug testing
• Hold a valid drivers license with acceptable driving history
• Maintain current automobile insurance coverage

Primary Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:

• Providing direct support based on individualized service plans and participant needs
• Assisting with personal care mobility hygiene feeding communication and daily living support when applicable
• Supporting participants in reaching personal goals and increasing independence
• Encouraging participation in recreational social and community-based activities
• Maintaining accurate daily documentation data tracking and service notes
• Assisting with medication administration after successful completion of required training
• Promoting participant dignity choice rights and self-advocacy
• Assisting with meal and lunch preparation as needed
• Participating in team meetings trainings and staff development activities
• Contributing ideas and support for engaging and meaningful participant activities
• Maintaining a safe clean and supportive program environment
• Working cooperatively with coworkers supervisors leadership and interdisciplinary teams
• Following agency attendance expectations policies and procedures

Workplace Expectations
Employees are expected to maintain professionalism promote teamwork communicate respectfully and contribute positively to the work environment while ensuring quality supports for individuals receiving services.

Southwest Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal state or local laws.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority