DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-HOURLY

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for supporting individuals served in achieving their personal goals and desired outcomes as identified in their Individual Support Plan (ISP). Under the supervision of the Residential Manager or Home Coordinator, the DSP provides person-centered, trauma-informed support that promotes independence, safety, dignity, community inclusion, and quality of life. The DSP works collaboratively with individuals served, families, guardians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure that individuals receive the support necessary to live as independently as possible while maintaining their health, wellness, and personal choice.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the individual's Circle of Support and assists in the development and implementation of person-centered outcomes and goals.
• Supports individuals in achieving goals outlined in their Individual Support Plan (ISP) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP).
• Documents progress toward individual outcomes and goals using approved agency documentation systems.
• Completes all required agency, regulatory, and state-mandated training and applies learned skills in daily practice.
• Provides support and supervision necessary to ensure the safety, well-being, and independence of individuals served.
• Assists individuals with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, grooming, laundry, housekeeping, meal preparation, and other personal care needs.
• Prepares and supports individuals in maintaining nutritionally balanced meals according to approved meal plans.
• Implements and documents behavioral support interventions in accordance with established behavior support plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation, including but not limited to: Daily participation logs, ISP progress notes, Medication Administration Records (MARs), Incident reports, Behavioral data collection, Financial documentation, Transportation logs.
• Aids in the preparation for travel, vacations, home visits, and overnight stays.
• Assists with quality assurance inspections and regulatory compliance activities.
• Reports to work on time and accurately records hours worked through approved timekeeping systems.
• Participates in on-call and emergency response activities as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, behavioral health, or physical disabilities preferred.
• Previous experience in residential services, direct care, healthcare, or human services preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Ability to meet all regulatory, licensing, and agency screening requirements.
• Ability to complete required training and certification programs.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to effectively support individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and interdisciplinary professionals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships.
• Ability to utilize electronic documentation systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies and crisis situations.

Benefits

Apis Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and paid time off. Additional benefits may include 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance program.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule with evening, weekend, holiday, overnight, and various work locations may be required.