Direct Support Professional - Community/Employment

Major Responsibilities

• Facilitate individuals’ inclusion in the community and workplace by developing meaningful community-based activities and supporting individuals at their obs.
• Provide transportation to and from community activities and transport individuals to and from their place of employment, using a privately owned or agency vehicle.
• Provide on-site employment support, which may include job-coaching, modeling appropriate work behaviors, assisting with task learning, and promoting independence on the job.
• Support quality programming in all settings, including community locations and employment sites.
• Encourage positive relationships with community members, coworkers, and supervisors at places of employment.
• Aid in developing and implementing both community and employment support goals.
• Promote choice-making, skill development, and positive social interactions in community and work environments.
• Serve as a positive role model for individuals in all settings.
• Provide personal care assistance, as needed.
• Teach and support increased skill-building using appropriate instructional methods.
• Maintain safety of individuals across all environments, including workplaces.
• Follow established schedules created by the Administrator and Coordinators, including community outings and work shifts.
• Make informed, person-centered decisions to support high-quality services and individual needs.
• Advocate for individuals across all settings, including places of employment.
• Use each individual’s primary mode of communication (e.g., spoken language, sign language, interpreter, facilitated communication) and respond to their unique communication style.
• Follow all support plans and Developmental Services (DS) policies.
• Attend all required trainings.

DSP Qualifications

• Education & Experience Required:
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred Direct Service experience
  • Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Outlook for internal e-mail communication
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Reliable transportation to transport clients on occasion

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retail plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee