Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Program Services

About the role

Southwest Center is seeking dependable and compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured day services environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct support based on individualized service plans and participant needs
• Aiding with personal care, mobility, hygiene, feeding, communication, and daily living support when applicable
• Supporting participants in reaching personal goals and increasing independence
• Encouraging participation in recreational, social, and community-based activities
• Maintaining accurate daily documentation, data tracking, and service notes
• Aiding with medication administration after successful completion of required training
• Promoting participant dignity, choice, rights, and self-advocacy
• Assisting with meal and lunch preparation as needed
• Participating in team meetings, trainings, and staff development activities
• Contributing ideas and support for engaging and meaningful participant activities
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive program environment
• Working cooperatively with coworkers, supervisors, leadership, and interdisciplinary teams

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Professional experience supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred
• Successfully complete all required agency and regulatory training requirements
• Maintain required certifications, including CPR and First Aid
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Pass criminal background screenings
• Successfully complete pre-employment and random drug testing
• Hold a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history
• Maintain current automobile insurance coverage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Professional experience supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred
• Successfully completed all required agency and regulatory training requirements
• Maintained required certifications, including CPR and First Aid
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Passed criminal background screenings
• Completed pre-employment and random drug testing
• Held a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history
• Maintained current automobile insurance coverage

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Group Accident Coverage
• Critical Illness Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Pay

$16 per hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday
Shift options: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Some holiday hours may be required based on program operations

Workplace Expectations

Employees are expected to maintain professionalism, promote teamwork, communicate respectfully, and contribute positively to the work environment while ensuring quality supports for individuals receiving services.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southwest Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.