Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Durable Life Skills, Inc. is seeking energetic Direct Support Professionals/Employment Specialists to provide services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Currently looking for Full-Time and Part-Time DSP's for the Colorado Springs and Pueblo areas. Part-Time will transition into Full-Time position. Expected part time hours: 15-25hrs per week. Expected full time hours: 28-35hrs per week.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent certification
• At least 1-year professional or personal experience, supporting individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities. Or experience working with people with behavioral challenges.
• First-aid and CPR certification (training provided)
• QMAP and ACRE certifications (training provided)
• Valid/unexpired driver’s license
• Active Auto Insurance (non-owner car insurance in lieu of)
• Safe driving record
• Follow best practice and policies and procedures outlined by company guidelines.
• Evening and some weekend availability required
• Availability to work split shifts on occasion
• Availability some holidays

Skills:

• Organizational skills
• Time-management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Programs
• Ability to learn computer software
• Follow schedules
• Safe Driving
• Flexible and able to respond well to last-minute changes
• Problem solving and analytical skills

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid Mayor Holidays.
• Ask about our retention bonus!
• Sick Leave

Responsibilities:

• Provide client-centered support for developmentally & intellectually disabled adults in community settings.
• Prepare and maintain electronic records when necessary.
• Submit detailed, client-centered notes.
• Track and submit personal timekeeping reports on a weekly basis.
• Transport clients to various locations.
• Ensuring all agency policies such as safety regulations are followed.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality to ensure state and federal guidelines are followed.
• Maintain knowledge of incident and mandatory reporting.
• Developing and reviewing client-centered goals and implementing strategies to ensure the client is progressing through services.
• Maintain an environment of care and professional attitude with team members.
• Attending various trainings to work towards certifications to ensure DLS has the qualifications for each position (e.g., First Aid, CPR, QMAP, ACRE).

New hires must pass CAPS & criminal background and drug tests, as well as, submit a Department of Motor Vehicle record to the company. Training will be hands-on with clients.

Schedules:

DLS employees Schedules can vary from week to week based on client’s needs. Note: Evening and some weekend availability required

Job Type: full time/ part time/ flex hours

Starting Rate: $18.50 per hour. Higher starting rate is dependent on education, certification, and experience.

We are a dedicated client focused agency that assists people with disabilities to increase independence and maintain employment in the community. We move clients progressively through their goal and personalized path plans. We provide clients with opportunities to connect with their community via group and individualized settings.

Company Description

We are a dedicated client focused agency that assists people with disabilities to increase independence and maintain employment in the community. We move clients progressively through their goal and personalized path plans. We provide clients with opportunities to connect with their community via group and individualized settings.