Direct Support Professional (Employment Specialist)

About the role

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional in our vibrant day program for adults with disabilities. You’ll provide direct care and supervision, support daily living activities, facilitate group and individual activities, drive the company van, foster a safe and respectful environment, assist in goal-setting, monitor progress, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Support individuals with daily living activities such as hygiene, mobility, eating, and personal care.
• Facilitate and participate in group and individual activities including arts and crafts, games, music, exercise, and life skills.
• Drive the company van to transport participants to community outings.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and joyful environment both within the program facility and during off-site activities.
• Aid individuals in setting and working toward personal goals that build life skills and meaningful relationships.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participant progress, behaviors, and incidents.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and families.
• Adhere to program policies, state regulations, and ethical standards.
• Participate in ongoing staff training and professional development.

Requirements

• Valid RealID
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Kind, patient, and upbeat personality
• No experience required, training provided

Qualifications

• Comfortable working with adults with disabilities
• No experience necessary, training provided

Skills

• Patience
• Empathy
• Positive attitude
• Ability to adapt to unexpected changes
• Flexibility
• Supportive and respectful approach

Benefits

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Telemedicine
• Retailment Plan & Match Options
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance – Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Group Term Life
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Voluntary Benefits Offered - Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness & Voluntary Life

Pay

Salary ranges provided reflect the expected compensation based on experience, education, skills, qualifications, location, and other relevant job-related factors, and may include additional components such as incentive compensation and benefits. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable laws and business needs (such as contractual obligations).

Schedule

Day Program Shift: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm – No Weekends

Company Overview

CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We’re proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.