Duet, Direct Support Professional-Community

Job Title Duet, Direct Support Professional – Community Hours Required 40 Overview Job Description and Hours: The Direct Support Professional / Community, under the supervision of a Manager or Supervisor, is responsible for direct care and supports to individuals receiving services in all settings. The job emphasis is on giving the persons in service the opportunity to make decisions and to participate in the community. The working hours are varied and can include daytime, evening, overnight and weekend hours. Our Uncompromising Mission: To empower adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities to live life to the fullest through assisting with the activities of daily living. Unlock your potential with Duet. About Us At Duet (formerly ENCOR), we provide support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with a focus on empowerment and independence throughout 5 counties in Eastern Nebraska. We assist in the activities of daily living, provide community engagement opportunities, job coaching, and life skills training, as well as skilled nursing care as needed. What is a Community DSP? A Community Direct Support Professional (DSP) encourages, supports, and engages adults with developmental disabilities. This position is responsible for providing support in a residential and day services setting building and developing skills in daily living, socialization, communication, and community access. Responsibilities Ensure individuals actively participate in the community activities of choice. Team with those in service to complete assessments and develop goals. Partner with the individual and ISP teams to develop programs that will provide steps to reach goals. Provide daily documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Assist individuals to access community health care providers of their choice. Administer daily medications. Teach and promote independence in daily living activities, including but not limited to laundry, cooking, and cleaning. Provide transportation to and from community events and all appointments as needed. Qualifications Be at least 19 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED. Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing with a fairly clean driving record. Possess a vehicle that could be used to transport individuals in service. Willing to complete a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with individuals and staff. Demonstrated ability to utilize basic computer functions and email. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, walk, sit, stand, climb, push, carry, and grasp. Benefits Truly rewarding nonprofit experience in health & human services field. On-The-Job (OJT) training with mentor programs. 100% employer-paid single coverage health insurance (medical, dental and vision are paid by the company for every employee) after a 90-day waiting period. Company-paid Short-Term-Disability & Long-Term Disability. Company-paid Life Insurance. Casual Dress. 12 days Paid Vacation & 12 days Paid Sick Time (24 days total). 11 paid holidays. Pension & Retirement Plans. Tuition Reimbursement. Duet is the first community-based service provider in Nebraska. Formed in 1968, Duet’s mission of offering a range of services to support, nurture, and guide adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities toward lives of independence has never wavered. We take great pride in providing unparalleled commitment to making a difference in the lives of the people we support. #J-18808-Ljbffr Duet