Direct Support Professional - Walpole, NH

Job Description

Job Description

Walpole, NH: Full-time, 20-25 hours, part-time

Monadnock Developmental Services is seeking a qualified applicant for a Part-time, DSP position in Walpole, Keene and Springfield, VT. Up to 25 hours per week with flexible daytime hours. Mileage reimbursement included.

Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:

• support the individual in their community with social schedule, volunteer commitments, exercise, personal care, and visiting with friends and family
• support their interests with social engagements, listening to music, and being around animals
• work as the translator for the non-verbal individual, to the verbal world

Direct Support Professional Requirements:

• support individual out in the community
• assist with meal preparation
• personal care needs
• transportation of individual for errands, appointments and community participant programs
• continued support and development of individual's monthly goals
• maintain accurate records of daily activities, behaviors and progress
• **Training will be provided in all applicable areas for each program**

Direct Support Professional minimum qualifications include:

• a patient, encouraging, friendly, dedication, creativity, commitment to building a relationship, and a sense of humor

Schedule is flexible, including weekday and/or weekend hours.

Pre-employment Background Check Requirements: Criminal records, motor vehicle record, Bureau of Adult and Aging Services (BAAS), Division of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF), Office of Inspector General (OIG)