Full-Time Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) page is loaded## Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)locations: R - 22639**Job Description:**The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will provide Individualized Supported Living services, herein also referred as “ISL” or “ISL services”. This includes but is not limited to providing support, training, and oversight to clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities in their own home and/or in the community. The DSP may also be required to provide different services defined by Department of Mental Health (DMH), including: 1. Personal Assistance (PA), which is provided in the individual’s home or community; Community Integration (CI), which is only provided in the community.**Essential Job Functions:*** Report to and work with assigned clients according to the times specified on the support schedule.* Read and know the content of the current Individual Support Plan (and addendums to ISP) of the client with whom he or she is assigned to work.* Provide support as specified in the personal plan, which may include accompaniment to medical appointments, recreational activities, church, community resources, performing personal hygiene tasks, etc.* Provide training to the client in areas specified in the personal plan such as personal hygiene; Document progress or lack of progress on goals and objectives as stated in the Individual Support Plan.* Obtain a receipt for each purchase made from client’s money and record on appropriate ledger.* Have knowledge of and implement emergency and safety drills with the client as specified in the Individual Safety Plan.* Maintain current certification in CPR, Standard First Aid and Med Aide if administering medications.* Attend meetings and specialized training as directed.* Must complete competency-based Community Services orientation training.* Be punctual, maintain excellent attendance* Good computer skills.* Knowledge of the field of service provision.* Must possess skills to read and understand written materials;* must have a high school diploma or GED.* One year experience in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities or in lieu of experience, must successfully complete training in the Missouri Quality Outcomes approved by the Division of DD regional office.**Supervisory Requirements:**None**Employment Requirements:*** Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.* All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.* Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.**Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.Position Perks & Benefits:****Paid time off:** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life**Employee benefits package:** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Top-notch training:** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness**Brightli is on a Mission:**A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.