Description:
The Direct Support Professional -DSP, provides compassionate, person-centered care and support to adults with intellectual, developmental, and/or physical disabilities in an adult day program. The DSP promotes independence, community inclusion, personal growth, and overall well-being by assisting participants with daily activities, life skills, recreational programming, and individualized goals in a safe and supportive environment.
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Essential Functions
Client Support
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Provide direct care and supervision to participants in accordance with their Individual Support Plan.
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Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, toileting, grooming, eating, and mobility as needed.
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Plan and facilitate recreational, educational, vocational, and social activities that encourage independence and community engagement.
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Support participants during community outings and transportation while ensuring safety at all times.
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Encourage development of communication, social, and independent living skills.
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Monitor participants' health, behavior, and emotional well-being, reporting concerns to supervisors promptly.
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Assist with meal preparation and ensure participants follow dietary guidelines.
Facility & Safety
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment.
Communication & Documentation
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Maintain accurate documentation, including daily progress notes, incident reports, and attendance records.
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Additional Responsibilities
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Build positive relationships with participants, families, coworkers, and community partners.
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Follow all agency policies, state regulations, HIPAA requirements, and safety procedures, including emergency protocols.
Participate in required training, staff meetings, and professional development.
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Requirements:
Skills & Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license required. If using a personal vehicle to transport clients, must have proof of current auto insurance.
- Patience, compassion, and integrity to ensure clients feel safe and respected.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, especially in crisis or emergency situations.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Physical stamina to assist with lifting or turning clients and ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds.
- Manual dexterity to operate computer systems and complete documentation.
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Additional Attributes
- Commitment to a solution-focused, person-centered approach.
- Ability to remain calm and clear-headed in stressful situations.
- Comfortable collaborating with multiple departments and professionals.
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Benefits (Full-Time Positions)
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
Requirements
- CNAs - $22.00 per hour
- Experienced, Non Degree - High School Diploma / GED /Equivalent - $20.00 per hour
- Full coverage auto insurance
- Class E Driver's License - Company will reimburse cost where necessary.
- Experience working with Blind and Non-Verbal, a plus.
