Direct Service Professional

Direct Service ProfessionalAs a Direct Service Professional, you'll provide support across home, work, and community settings, helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build life skills, connect with others, and achieve their personal goals. Every day is an opportunity to make an impact.Multiple Shifts Available:Full-Time & Part-Time Openings.Job ResponsibilitiesWith care and commitment, our Direct Service Professionals turn everyday moments into meaningful experiences for residents. Claratel Behavioral Health will provide you with the training and resources to succeed in this role.Empower daily living – Support with activities like cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, health maintenance, and self-administration of medication.Foster independence – Teach and encourage social skills, community involvement, and problem-solving so individuals can thrive. Provide input and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and strategies as instructed.Ensure safety and well-being – Carefully follow care plans, medical instructions, and dietary needs. Report environmental risks or barriers and safeguard the individual and their possessions by following all policies and procedures.Be a mentor and role model – Demonstrate positive behaviors, coach individuals through challenges, and support them in building meaningful relationships.Prepare Documentation – Record progress, behavior support tracking, incident reports, and communication logs accurately and on time.Provide Transportation – Transport individuals safely to appointments, activities, and events that enrich their lives.Collaborate and grow – Work closely with teammates, supervisors, and families to ensure the best support, while continuing your own professional development.Innovate - Actively participate in the agency's ongoing efforts to continually improve the quality of services provided and the effectiveness of the agency's operations by sharing ideas and insights.Residential Setting ResponsibilitiesFor positions within residential homes, you'll also:Assist with daily household routines (laundry, meal planning, grocery shopping, chores).Follow all medication administration procedures accurately (SSAM/Proxy Caregiver).Maintain clear communication logs during shift transitions.Candidate QualificationsEssentialHigh school diploma or GED.Valid Georgia Driver's License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and help individuals with mobility needsRegular bending, squatting, standing, and moving throughout your shiftStrong communication skills, basic computer literacy, and the ability to manage conflict effectively.Desired6+ months of experience working with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.Familiarity with medication administration, behavioral support, or person-centered planning.Compensation$15.36 per hourBenefitsIn addition to competitive pay:A generous paid time off plan (earn 20 days your first year)10 paid holidaysWe offer our eligible employees an array of benefits that support their physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.Coverage options, provided through the state health and flexible benefit programs, include health, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more.We also offer a fully employer-funded retirement plan and the option to make personal retirement contributions.Our benefits are designed to help provide peace of mind and financial security for you and your family, ensuring you can focus on making a difference in the lives of others.Pre-employment drug screening and successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305)Claratel Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who may require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law to perform the essential functions of this job are encouraged to contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.