Direct Support Professional - Day Program

Position Overview

As a Day Program Direct Support Professional, you will promote abilities-not disabilities by supporting individuals in building skills, confidence, and meaningful connections within their community. You will help identify and build upon each person's unique strengths, interests, and gifts to encourage social inclusion.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Not specified
• Additional Requirements: Not specified

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 22 days annually for full-time employees (40 hours/week)
• PTO increases with longevity
• No waiting period to begin using PTO
• Insurance & Retirement: Not specified
• Mileage Reimbursement: Not specified
• Paid Training: Not specified

Current Openings

• Part-time positions may be combined to create full-time hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals in building self-esteem and independence through planned activities and community involvement
• Provide individualized supports, including personal care and skill development
• Aid individuals in presenting and maintaining a positive self-image
• Participate in Person-Centered Planning and implementation of goals
• Complete required documentation, including data collection and monthly progress notes
• Maintain compliance with all required state and agency trainings (Relias and in-person)
• Report safety, health, or human rights concerns immediately
• Ensure compliance with applicable state regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet documentation deadlines
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to support daily living and functional skills
• Ability to utilize community resources and opportunities
• Team-oriented with the ability to follow team decisions
• Basic computer proficiency
• Professional and positive representation of Community Bridges
• Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Access to a personal vehicle during all scheduled work hours
• Frequent travel with supported individuals
• Valid NH driver's license and safe driving record
• Adequate automobile liability insurance

Communities Served

• Concord (Headquarters)
• Allenstown
• Andover
• Boscawen
• Bow
• Bradford
• Canterbury
• Chichester
• Danbury
• Deering
• Hill
• Hillsborough
• Hopkinton
• Loudon
• Newbury
• New London
• Newfield
• Pembroke
• Pittsfield
• Salisbury
• Sutton
• Warner
• Weare
• Webster
• Wilmot
• Windsor