404-07 Direct Support Professional (Overnight Awake)

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.

Schedule

Sun 10p‑9a, Mon 11p‑9a, Tues 11p‑9a. Part‑time: 31 hours per week.

Pay

$17.50‑$19 per hour. Paid training provided. Sign‑on bonus: $1,000 for full‑time and $500 for part‑time employees.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be as active in their lives as possible.
• Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments, banking, community outings, and administer medications.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and medical guidelines.
• Ensure safe evacuation of individuals from the home in emergencies.
• Maintain required certifications and comply with agency policies and DDS regulations.

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.
• 18+ years of age with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, overnights, or double‑shifts as needed.

Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus.
• Company‑paid life insurance for full‑time employees.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Earned paid time off and 40 hours of sick time.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tuition remission.
• Paid New Employee Orientation, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program‑specific training.
• Supportive and encouraging working environment.