Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalEssential Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssist participants with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygieneSupport participants with meal preparation, feeding assistance, and household tasksAssist with medications as trained and authorizedMaintain accurate documentation including daily notes, medication records, incident reports, and participant progress notesEncourage participant independence, choice, and community involvementTransport participants to appointments, activities, and community outings as neededProvide companionship, emotional support, and positive encouragementEnsure participant safety and maintain a clean, healthy, and supportive living environmentFollow Individual Support plans, behavioral support plans, and agency policiesReport changes in participant behavior, health, or safety concerns promptlyCommunicate professionally with team members, supervisors, families, guardians, and healthcare professionalsParticipate in required trainings, staff meetings, and continuing educationAssist during emergency situations and follow emergency procedures when necessaryPromote participant rights, dignity, confidentiality, and person-centered care practicesQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED requiredExperience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferredCompassionate, patient, dependable, and team-oriented attitudeStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays as neededValid driver's license and reliable transportationAbility to pass background checks and required screeningsCPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtainPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift, transfer, and assist participants as neededAbility to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical caregiving dutiesAbility to respond quickly during emergency situationsWork EnvironmentThis position works within residential homes supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Residential services are provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, requiring professionalism, flexibility, compassion, and dependable attendance