Full-Time Evenings and Overnights Direct Support Professional

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Community Living at Chariton Valley Association (CVA) plays a crucial role in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence. CVA is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving meaningful community integration and fostering a safe, supportive, and respectful home environment.

Responsibilities

• Integrate Individuals by promoting meaningful community integration for individuals residing in residential ISL settings by encouraging and facilitating active participation in community life.
• Support individuals in building and maintaining relationships, accessing local resources, and engaging in community-based programs, recreational activities, and events that reflect their personal interests and preferences as outlined in their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Achieve independence, social interaction, and personal growth by assisting individuals in developing essential life skills through goal-oriented activities.
• Foster inclusion by creating opportunities for individuals to make choices, explore new environments, and contribute to their communities in a purposeful and fulfilling way.
• Empower individuals by providing personalized physical and emotional support to individuals in a residential ISL setting, fostering a safe, clean, and person-centered home environment.
• Ensure daily living needs are met by performing essential housekeeping tasks such as preparing nutritious meals, doing laundry, making beds, and maintaining cleanliness and care of household equipment.
• Assist individuals with mobility and transfer needs, utilizing appropriate assistive technology and safety protocols to promote comfort, independence, and dignity.
• Encourage and support individuals in using adaptive devices and participation in daily routines, reinforcing skills that enhance autonomy and quality of life within their home.
• Aid individuals by providing compassionate physical and emotional support and fostering a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment.
• Perform routine housekeeping responsibilities such as meal preparation, laundry, bed-making, and maintaining household equipment to promote overall well-being and dignity.
• Assist individuals with mobility and transfer needs, utilizing proper lifting techniques and assistive technology to ensure safety and independence.
• Support the effective use of adaptive devices and equipment, encouraging individuals to engage in daily activities with confidence and autonomy.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by accurately completing all required documentation—including medical, behavioral, and daily logs—within established timeframes and following agency and state guidelines.
• Maintain high professionalism and accountability through consistent attendance, active participation in mandatory training and team meetings, and adherence to agency policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate reliability and commitment to quality care by following all safety protocols and emergency procedures to ensure the health and well-being of individuals supported.
• Serve as a role model in upholding ethical standards and promoting a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment.
• Participate in effective, courteous, and professional communication; show kindness and patience to Individuals and co-workers; demonstrate respect and responsibility in daily work; and practice advocacy and encouragement in all aspects of employment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle
• Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory (paid) training courses, including (but not limited to) CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration (Med Aide), and Universal Precautions to include CPR/First Aid and Level 1 Med-Aide

Skills and Abilities

• Accountability
• Attention to detail
• Compassion and kindness
• Courtesy and friendliness
• Ethical behavior and decision making
• Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility supportive
• Initiative
• Organizational skills
• Positivity with a collaborative attitude
• Professional and courteous communication
• Stress management
• Time management with ability to meet documentation expectations and deadlines
• Welcoming attitude

Benefits

CHS offers best-in-industry benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Employee assistance programs
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Shifts

Based on the needs of the individuals being served. Available status includes PTI 0-19 hrs, PTII 20-29 hrs, PTIII 30-34 hrs.

Starting Wage

$18.25 *more depending upon experience. Hours and rate of pay are subject to change relative to program and business needs.