PRN Day Program Direct Support Professional

About the role

The RISE Direct Support Professional assists people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate in meaningful activities in the community and on site at Willows Way. The DSP explores the individual’s interests and matches those interests with fun and fulfilling activities.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community and on-site activities; explore individual interests and match them with engaging, fulfilling activities; provide physical assistance with mobility and hygiene tasks for individuals using wheelchairs.

Requirements

• Positive role model
• Reliability
• Kindness and compassion
• Patience and respect
• Excellent communication skills
• Creativity and arts and crafts skills a plus
• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation for job use
• Ability to obtain a Class E license and drive large vans
• Ability to pass all background checks
• Ability to physically assist individuals using wheelchairs with mobility and hygiene tasks

Benefits

• Paid weekly
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile

Schedule

PRN (as needed)

Pay

$21.50 per hour