Direct Support Professional

Job Category : Direct Support Professional Requisition Number : DIREC001093 Locations Residential and Day Programs 3901 N 19th St. Bismarck, ND 58503, USA This position is responsible for the direct delivery of services to people living in their own homes or apartments and to assist the persons' integration into the community and promote the growth, well‑being and autonomy of people served. Specific Position Duties The primary responsibility is to promote the growth and well‑being of individuals served. Provide a warm, sensitive, caring environment through positive interaction and role modeling (maintains an upbeat and positive attitude towards individuals, peers, and supervisor; shows genuine interest in people, supporting individuals on day‑to‑day activities, allowing individuals to make choices; serves as a role model). Promote social relationships: support individuals in forming and maintaining a natural support system. Transport individuals to social/personal activities and appointments. Provide assistance and training with meeting personal goals of the individuals (assisting with medications, laundry, personal hygiene, maintaining a sanitary and clean living environment, money management, grocery shopping/meal prep). Qualifications Minimum high school diploma preferred. Experience in working with people with disabilities preferred. Assistance with transferring and lifting up to 50 pounds. Driver's License (required). Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pride, Inc