Direct Support Professional/ Personal Care Aide

Direct Support Professional / DSP
Active Day has an available opportunity for a Direct Support Professional / DSP to join our team. This is where you go home every night knowing you made a difference in the lives of our members. As a DSP / Direct Support Professional with Active Day, you will lead by example, bring a positive attitude, provide thoughtful and caring support to adults with intellectual disabilities and developmental needs and focus on providing vocational, recreational, leisure and social skills, support and instruction with a focus on community integration at our Day Program.
The Direct Support Professional provides vocational, recreational, leisure and social skills support and instruction, with a focus on community integration, to adults with developmental disabilities at our day program centers. Direct Support Professionals assist members with activities of daily living, transportation, meals, and help to maintain a clean, orderly and uplifting environment. and always working to enhance the health and happiness of the people we serve and those who care for them.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
Able to work a flexible schedule.
able to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Able to navigate technology and to enter data/documentation.
Employment is contingent upon the successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.
Supervise member productivity and ensure the quality and delivery of work product in accordance with customer requirements. Production may include the operation of machinery and equipment.
Actively assist and encourage members in recreation, leisure activities, and community inclusion.
Assist members with activities of daily living and personal care as needed (e.g. arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transferring, rest room assistance, etc.) and provide emotional support and encouragement.
Participate in the planning, facilitation and documentation of individual behavior support plans.
Maintain program areas, supplies, and equipment ensuring all are safe, clean, replenished, and in good working order. Some locations may require the care and cleaning of animals and related environments.
Communicate in a positive, courteous and professional manner with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community at large.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested. Comply with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.