Full Time Direct Support Professional Job Description

Full Time Direct Support Professional Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Full Time Direct Support Professional to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Performs other duties as required;
  • Food shopping menu planning and meal preparation;
  • Helps resolve member and family concerns;
  • Attends required trainings, staff meetings, and other meetings/events as requested;
  • Helps ensure a safe, clean, organized, environment;
  • Provides assistance for daily living skills, supportive counseling and direct care assistance;
  • Helping to arrange and attend social activities;
  • Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards;
  • Transporting members to and from work or day program, a medical appointment, etc;
  • Assist individuals needs and develops an effective counseling/support relationship;
  • Collaborate with families and superiors for best care opportunities;
  • Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties.

Requirements:

  • Car to use for work purposes;
  • Willing and able to attend required trainings outside of normal work hours;
  • valid driver’s license;
  • High school diploma or GED required;
  • Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities a plus;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Must be 18 years of age;
  • Compassionate approach;
  • Valid Driver’s License in good standing;
  • High school diploma/GED NOT required;
  • Reliability, responsible attitude;
  • Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks.