202-08 Direct Support Professional

About the role

Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity. The opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities has untold rewards. At Venture, we are committed to empowering our employees through ongoing education and innovative training opportunities that cultivate talents. Venture Community Services offers an excellent benefits package, values work-life balance and promotes a culture of inclusion and equity where employees’ opinions matter.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to be as active in their lives as possible.
• Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, and related personal care so individuals may always look and feel their best.
• Assist individuals to medical appointments, banking, and becoming active members of their community; accompany them on outings.
• Administer medications and follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and medical guidelines.
• Safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency.
• Maintain required certifications and perform job‑related duties in compliance with agency policies and all DDS regulations/policies.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above and demonstrate ability to perform essential job functions.
• Able to speak, read, and write in fluent English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet program and individual needs, which may include holidays, overnights, or double‑shifts.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer, or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus: $500 for part‑time employees; $1,000 for full‑time employees.
• Company‑paid life insurance for full‑time employees.
• Health