Experienced Direct Support Professional (Behavioral Support)

What is a Direct Support Professional? Direct Support Professionals provide support and supervision to individuals who have developmental, mental health, or physical disabilities. Who makes a great Direct Support Professional? Has a passion for helping others. Is flexible and dependable. Displays the qualities of the company’s core values including service excellence, person-centered care, nurturing relationships, ownership, value in every voice, and authenticity.

Why is being a Direct Support Professional so rewarding? Direct Support Professionals get to know new people and create relationships. They also get to participate in new experiences and have fun while at work! Direct Support Professionals go home every single day knowing they have made a difference. What are the responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional?

Helps to establish and keep community relationships and friendships. Assists individuals with daily routines including, but not limited to, household tasks, cooking and eating, individual self-care, socializing, use of leisure time, health and safety, money management and behavior management. Administers medications. Provides transportation.

Documents services and events through an online computer program. Who are we looking for? Applicants must: be 18 years or older, with a high school diploma preferred and one year of experience delivering services to individuals with disabilities. possess a valid driver’s license, have access to an insured vehicle, have a clean driving record, and need to pass a DHS background study.

possess basic computer skills to be successful in this position . Applicant preferences for this specific DSP role : Previous experience in corrections, security, law enforcement, military, or similar environments is highly valued due to the importance of remaining calm, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and effectively managing challenging behaviors.

A mature, professional presence with the ability to establish clear boundaries and redirect inappropriate attention or behaviors in a respectful manner. Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in dynamic situations. Commitment to treating every individual with respect, patience, and professionalism.

Working Conditions: The Direct Support Professional is subject to flexible hours, including split shifts, varied days and times, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnights, depending on coverage needs of the site and the company. This position may be expected to cover other sites. This position will travel regularly into the community and work in a variety of settings both inside and outside the site and throughout the community.

The Direct Support Professional is subject to frequent interruptions and deadlines imposed. This person sits, walks, bends, lifts, reaches, and moves intermittently during working hours. This person is subject to frequent problem-solving activities and has regular contact with individuals, family members, friends, and the public, who may be hostile or emotionally upset.

The position may be subject to physically aggressive individuals and may be exposed to infectious diseases, odor, and dust. W-Th 9a-9p + Every other Sat & Sun 9am-9pm M, Th 9a-9p + Every other Sat & Sun 9am-9pm T, F 9a-9p