Direct Support Professional

Bee Line · Arvada, CO · 2 wk ago

Healthcare$22/hrPart-time

Key Responsibilities

Promote Community Integration: Plan and facilitate activities that support social development and inclusion, such as visits to parks, museums, community events, and recreational centers.
Provide Personalized Support: Assist individuals with hygiene care, meal preparation, and household tasks tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
Transportation and Accompaniment: Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments, errands, and outings, ensuring safety and engagement.
Medical Assistance: Support individuals with medical care, including scheduling and attending appointments, administering medications, and monitoring overall health.
Skill Development: Offer training and guidance in life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and daily living activities to foster independence.
Document Progress: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of progress notes, medical records, and activity logs.

Flexible Scheduling

Work hours will vary based on the needs of the individuals supported.

Why You’ll Love It

You’ll get to hang out with an awesome group of people every day. You’ll have the chance to plan and do cool stuff in a way that’s never boring. You’ll help others grow their confidence, independence, and social circles while making memories that last a lifetime. Make a difference in the lives of individuals with IDD by fostering meaningful relationships, enhancing community connections, and empowering personal growth in both residential and community settings.

What It Takes to Be a Rockstar Candidate

Active and Engaged: Enjoy being out in the community, participating in events, and trying new activities.
Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with basic computer tasks like sending emails and completing documentation.
Background Check Ready: Prepared to pass a background check with no issues.
Reliable Transportation: Have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance.
Education: Completed high school or have a GED.
Experience Preferred: Some understanding or experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a bonus.

Minimum Physical Expectations for This Role

Ability to lift and transfer individuals weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance, to support client mobility and comfort.
Frequent physical activity, including bending, kneeling, squatting, and standing, to assist with daily tasks and activities.
Capacity to provide hands-on assistance during restroom routines, including transfers and hygiene support.
Physical stamina to actively engage in community outings and recreational activities with clients.
Able to safely operate a vehicle and assist individuals in and out of the car as needed.

Why Support, Inc?

Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance options
Generous progressive PTO
Paid initial and ongoing training, including Relias, Safety Care, CPR/First Aid and QMAP
Paid Holidays
Quarterly awards and gifts
Many additional Benefit options, including Pet insurance!
Flexibility and opportunities for growth
Options to work overtime at events or with additional shifts & clients
Mileage reimbursement
Ongoing support
Rewarding independent work

About the Role

We’re looking for someone outgoing and enthusiastic to join our day program team, supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Requirements

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing why you would be a great fit for this role.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills

Active and engaged, tech-savvy, reliable transportation, education, and experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.

Benefits

Support, Inc. offers competitive medical, dental, vision insurance options, generous progressive PTO, paid initial and ongoing training, paid holidays, quarterly awards and gifts, many additional benefit options, including pet insurance, flexibility and opportunities for growth, options to work overtime at events or with additional shifts & clients, mileage reimbursement, ongoing support, and rewarding independent work.

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