DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Change Lives While Growing Your Own Career

Direct Support Professional

Full-Time

Salary: $15.50/hourly

DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At SRVS, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About SRVS

For more than 53 years, SRVS has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay - Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development
• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

In this role, you will direct the daily activities of adolescent males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

Your responsibilities may includes:

• Participates in the circles of support to assist with the development and implementation of outcomes that are agreed on by the circle of support. Staff will be expected to document the person supported progress toward their vision in the daily participation logs, using techniques identified by the support plan. •
• Completes all State and agency-related training and implements training goals assigned to the person supported circle of support. • Keeps an accurate account of each person supported progress on all PCSP goals by recording his or her responses via daily notes recorded in the electronic health record.
  • Assists and makes sure that the person supported with all daily living skills are protected from harm.
  • Attends all scheduled staff and agency meetings, and training for recertification, and other as
  assigned; does not bring children or relatives to the meetings.
  • Provides data collection and implements Behavior Supports Plan developed by the Behavior Specialist or Analyst
  • Completes orientation to pass all State and agency requirements for training at 80%; and completes any future training assigned by the supervisor or because of periodic job evaluations
  • Maintains a current driver's license and provides the agency with documentation of personal vehicle maintenance, and proof of vehicle insurance of any outside or agency vehicle being used for community participation or other activities by which the staff transports person supported
  • Transports person supported social, recreational, and religious activities as scheduled on the activity
  calendar. Does not transport person supported to his or her own personal home without the approval of the Director and conservator if applicable.
  • Assists in the maintenance and care of the home, supplies, and equipment (to include keeping vehicles clean and the vehicle log up to date), and is accountable for the use and inventory of the equipment,
  supplies, and appliances purchased for the person supported. Does not smoke, eat, or drink in agency vehicles.
  • When assigned, administers routine oral medication as prescribed according to agency policies and procedures, as per instructions for medication administration training for unlicensed personnel
  • Completes required incident reports (GERs) and calls in reportable incidents within the required
  timeframe of discovery or witnessing any abuse, neglect, exploitation, or reportable staff misconduct; Notifies family/conservators, ISC/SC of any incidents within the required time frame.
  • Makes accurate and complete entries in the home's daily log according to policies and procedures to assure 24-hour logs are present and accurate.
  • Ensures passengers and self are safely secured in seat belts before moving vans or other vehicles from a parked position. All persons supported must be assisted when needed on and off all vehicles.
  • Report for duty at the scheduled time, properly utilizing the time and attendance system currently in place
  • Goes off duty when appropriately relieved
  • Can account for the whereabouts of people supported during on-duty hours.
  • Demonstrates respect for all agency persons supported families, neighbors, and co-workers daily.
  • Reports and documents via the worker's compensation First Report of Injury and other forms all staff
  injuries within 24-hours of occurrence to the supervisor and to Human Resources.
  • Is aware of agency on-call procedures to report emergencies related to persons supported,
  home/facility or vehicle after office hours, and on weekends or holidays
  • Assists with personal care needs of the person supported which will include, but are not limited to bathing, feeding, ironing, laundry, personal grooming and other activities of daily living.
  • Assists with the preparation of well-balanced and culinary diverse meals to meet nutritional needs as outlined in the approved meal plan.
  • Assists the Residential Manager with quality inspections of the home/facility to ensure that the person supported home meet sanitary and safety compliance.
  • Assist person supported in the preparation of belongings for travel (e.g. home visits, overnight visits with friends, vacations, etc.)
  • Documents the person supporting expenses monthly via a cash expenditure envelope and ensures
  receipts are secured in the cash expenditure envelope.
  • Maintains an accurate record of each person supported PCSP by documenting daily outcomes, action, steps, and significant events.
  • Ensures compliance with required dress code and agency identification badge guidelines.
  • Uses universal precautions and follows the infection control policy when assisting person supported and/or staff.
  • Responsible for appropriate implementation of behavior and therapy plans.
  • Ensures accountability for person supported medications, MARS, vehicles, personal items, monies, food, and all other daily essentials.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:
• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED a
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Schedule
• Full-Time
• Shift: Mon- Fri 3PM - 11pM

Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Join Us in Building Better Futures! Apply Today!

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job changes lives.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

SRVS is part of the Imperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.