Direct Support Professional

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? We are seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team. Under the supervision of the Residence Manager, you will provide essential direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Your mission will be to foster a safe, normalized, and therapeutic home environment built on encouragement, positive interaction, and unconditional respect for resident rights.

Key Responsibilities

• As a DSP, you will support our residents' daily lives, independence, and personal growth through the following duties:
• Individualized Care & Support: Assist residents with daily personal tasks, including bathing, dressing, and teaching vital self-care skills.
• Behavioral & Social Growth: Implement behavioral plans and actively encourage resident engagement within their communities and social networks.
• Daily Operations & Homemaking: Maintain a clean, welcoming home environment by handling housekeeping tasks (vacuuming, dishes, tidying) and grocery shopping.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare nutritious meals tailored to specific client dietary needs.
• Logistics & Scheduling: Help plan client appointments, organize schedules, and coordinate transportation arrangements.
• Compliance & Documentation: Accurately document daily notes and service provisions while adhering to the organization's Code of Ethics, mission, vision, and values.

Job Qualifications

• To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Must be past their initial employment probationary period.
• Must have a clean record with no disciplinary actions on file for the past 12 months.
• Shifts: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, and lift daily.
• Must be able to stand for at least 8 hours at a time.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

BENEFITS

We value the work our employees do and are committed to offering competitive pay along with access to benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and everyday life. Benefit availability varies based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and plan eligibility requirements.

Benefits available to eligible employees include health plan coverage, comprehensive medical options, group-rate dental and vision plans, prescription drug coverage, short-term disability, and a 401(k) plan. Employees can also access additional support and savings programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, childcare assistance, the Perks at Work employee discount program, paid holidays, and longevity pay bonuses.

Together, these offerings are designed to provide meaningful support while you build experience, earn income, and take on opportunities that fit your goals.


COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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