Day & Employment Direct Support Professional

Overview Day & Employment Direct Support Professional Location: US-KS-Lenexa ID: 2026-3550 Category: Healthcare, Welfare, and Social Services Benefits Category: Full Time - Regular (Full Benefits) Remote: No Salary Min: USD $21.01/Hr. Salary Max: USD $28.43/Hr. Organizational Unit: Developmental Supports Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm Driving Status: Intermediate (5%-25%) Additional Locations: US-KS Job Description Johnson County Developmental Supports (JCDS) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Direct Support Professional for their Day & Employment Services division. JCDS serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We focus on individuals\' abilities, provide choice driven supports, and advocate alongside people to live and work in our community. We aspire to build a community that promotes, supports, and embraces people of all abilities. Direct Support Professionals are responsible for the delivery of services with JCDS. Initial review of candidates will begin February 12, 2026. Provides, assists with, or coaches individuals on personal care needs with limited supervision; provides crisis interventions, including physical intervention and restraint to ensure the safety of individuals; monitors and/or administers medication as prescribed; monitors and documents mental and physical condition of individuals. Teaches, coaches and provides guidance and support on various skills to enable productive lives of individuals; assists individual and family members to identify strategies or treatment options and participates in the development and modification of plans to regain ability to make independent choices and promote coping skills; develops and maintains a positive and effective relationship with service recipients, families, and other service providers, serving as the main point of contact. Organizes and participates in meetings related to care coordination; completes documentation for direct services provided to ensure timely and accurate completion. Transports individuals receiving services to appointments, activities, and/or work. Job preview video is available (note: video link not included here). Job Requirements Minimum Job Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent is required. One year of experience working in a human services field is preferred. A valid driver\'s license and good driving record are required. Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency. Preferred Job Requirements: No preferred job requirements. Education/Experience Substitutions: Education may be substituted for experience. Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions: Lifting: Up to 50lbs Exposure to hazardous materials (bodily fluids). All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation. #J-18808-Ljbffr