Enhanced Support Partner (Direct Support Professional)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day!

Values Into Action is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Enhanced Support Partners (Direct Support Professionals) . In this role, you'll provide individualized support to a person with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they pursue meaningful lives in their communities.

We believe great support starts with great relationships. Our team members partner with people to build independence, explore interests, connect with their communities, and achieve personal goals.

We are currently seeking staff to support two individuals with diverse strengths, interests, and support needs.

This is a part-time position for the following schedule:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 9AM - 3PM

Essential Responsibilities

Community Participation & Relationship Building

• Support participation in community activities, volunteer opportunities, social events, and recreational activities
• Encourage independence, self-determination, and choice-making
• Provide transportation and support during community outings

Health & Wellness Support

• Encourage healthy lifestyle choices and personal wellness goals
• Support participation in exercise and physical activities
• Provide positive coaching around nutrition and healthy habits

Enhanced Support Responsibilities

• Provide verbal prompting and coaching to support appropriate social interactions
• Assist with maintaining healthy social boundaries
• Use calm, respectful communication
• Support emotional regulation and coping skills

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

You may be a great fit if you:

• Are patient, dependable, and adaptable
• Communicate clearly and respectfully
• Remain calm during challenging situations
• Are comfortable being active in the community
• Take initiative and can work independently
• Enjoy sports, music, games, fitness activities, volunteer work, or community engagement
• Believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and self-directed life

Our Mission

Values Into Action is a disability rights organization dedicated to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live lives of choice, dignity, and belonging. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the people we support.

Values Into Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following majors: Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work or Gerontology OR be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Candidates who are NADD certified (National Association for the Dually Diagnosed) or are willing to be NADD certified will also be considered!
• 18 years of age or older
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a safe driving record
• Access to a insured, inspected, and registered vehicle to use during work hours
• Be or willing to be Covid-19 Vaccinated AND Boosted prior to employment
• Personal or professional experience with people with intellectual disabilities and a physical disability is preferred
• Be at least 18 years old