L6017-15 Direct Support Professional

About the role

Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity. The opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities has untold rewards. At Venture, we are committed to empowering our employees through ongoing education and innovative training opportunities that cultivate talents. Venture Community Services offers an excellent benefits package, values work-life balance and promotes a culture of inclusion and equity where employees’ opinions matter.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to be as active in their lives as possible.
• Assist with household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, etc.
• Assist individuals to medical appointments, banking, community outings, and administer medications.
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and medical guidelines.
• Participate in paid New Employee Orientation, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration Program (MAP) training.
• Provide program and person‑specific training at the individual’s home.
• Ensure safe evacuation of individuals from the home in an emergency.
• Maintain certifications and comply with Agency policies and DDS regulations/policies.

Requirements

• 21 years of age or older
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, overnights, or double‑shifts

Employees must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job.

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer, or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative,