Full Time Residential Direct Support Professional

20.00/Hour | MondayFriday | 8:00 AM 4:00 PM | Full-Time | Paid Training | IDD Day Services
Full-Time: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
About Our House, Inc.
At Our House, Inc. , our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through innovative day programs, employment services, and community-based opportunities, we support individuals in building skills, independence, and meaningful connections.
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy active, hands-on work , community engagement, and supporting adults in a structured daytime program setting.
Once an application is fully completed and meets the minimum requirements , our recruitment team will respond within 48 business hours via email with an invitation to attend a group interview .
Available program sites and participant needs
Pre-employment requirements and training schedule
Position Summary (Day Program DSP | IDD Services | Community-Based Support)
The Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides supervision, instruction, and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured day program and community-based settings. Schools or Special Education settings (paraprofessionals, classroom aides, school support staff)
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) roles, including behavior technicians or assistants
Childcare, daycare, or early childhood education
Recreation or camp programs , including fitness, aquatics, outdoor, or adaptive recreation
Youth programs, after-school programs, or community-based programs
Human services or social services supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD)
Customer service, retail, or hospitality roles where you supported diverse individuals, managed challenging situations, and provided hands-on assistance
Healthcare support or entry-level medical roles
Behavioral health, mental health support, or peer support roles
If youve built strong communication skills, patience, problem-solving ability, and the confidence to work directly with people , this role offers a meaningful transition into human services and residential/day program support no prior IDD experience required, just the right mindset and willingness to learn.

Supervise program participants in accordance with individual service plan supervision guidelines, including line-of-sight supervision when required
Exercise and skill-building programs
Gardening, farming, and outdoor activities
Fishing and community-based recreation
Domestic skill development (laundry, dishwashing, cleaning tasks)

Maintain required staff-to-participant ratios at all times in facility-based and community settings
Safely transport individuals to volunteer sites, activities, and appointments using agency vehicles, including highway and long-distance driving, in compliance with the Our House, Inc. Safe Driving Policy
Ensure cleanliness, safety, and security of the program site, including performing general cleaning duties as needed
Assist participants with toileting and hygiene needs, including use of adult incontinence products and post-accident clean-up when necessary
Demonstrate flexibility by supporting various participants and working across different program sites as assigned
Ability to write and type legibly using a computer, laptop, or other company-provided device
Ability to enter and navigate program sites and community locations safely
Ability to observe, hear, and respond promptly if a participant requires assistance or is in danger
Adequate motor skills to assist participants with physical disabilities and to respond quickly to prevent injury or unsafe situations
Ability to accompany and supervise participants during appointments, community activities, and recreational events
Strong verbal communication and comprehension skills for interaction with participants, staff, and community members
Ability to attend off-site trainings as required
Ability to assist participants with hygiene needs, including bathing, showering, and toileting
Ability to assist individuals using wheelchairs in program and community settings
Ability to safely transfer participants in and out of bathrooms, vehicles, beds, or other equipment as needed
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including masks when required
Must be comfortable driving agency vehicles on a regular basis, including highway driving
At minimum, a high school diploma, GED, or foreign equivalent
Ability to attend and successfully complete required paid training and maintain annual recertifications
Comfortable using computers and electronic systems for documentation, email communication, and data entry
Ability to provide professional references during the application process
Competitive full-time pay and benefits , including:

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
Our House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io job description does not constitute a contract. Duties and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc. 20-20 Hourly Wage