Direct Support Professional- Group Homes- Full Time

Description Monday–Friday | 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, aides, classroom support)

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 programs

Human services or social services supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities (IDD)

If you enjoy staying active, working hands-on with people, and supporting skill-building in both facility-based and community settings , this position may be a great fit.

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

Experience with Behavioral Support plans is preferred

Previous experience working with DD/ID individuals in a Day Program or Group Home setting is preferred.

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 aiapply.co job description does not constitute a contract. Duties and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc.