The Direct Support Provider (DSP) assists Individuals in achieving Quality Life Outcomes by supporting them to meet the goals and objectives of their Individual Service Plan. DSPs provide support to adult individuals with developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy by helping them participate in community activities and skill building that complements their chosen goals. They may also provide assistance with their physical care and other activities of daily living.
Individuals must be able to meet all essential functions, core competencies, and requirements of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to meet/perform these functions.
Supervisory Requirements
None.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors, Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
First Aid and CPR certification, Valid driver’s license and insurance, driving record must meet state regulations and company policy.
Other Requirements
Safe and reliable vehicle. Ability to travel as required. Must meet all federal, state, and internal employment requirements including, but not limited to: Background checks and Physical/TB/Drug screening.
Reach Vertical
1/3 to 2/3
Reach Horizontal
1/3 to 2/3
Climb or Balance
1/3 to 2/3
Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl
1/3 to 2/3
Physical Intervention
1/3 to 2/3
Taste or Smell
1/3 to 2/3
Lifting Weight or Exerting Force
Up to 25 Pounds
1/3 to 2/3
Up to 50 Pounds
Under 1/3
Up to 100 Pounds
Under 1/3
More than 100 Pounds
Under 1/3
Wet or Humid Conditions (Non-Weather)
Rarely
Work Near Mechanical Moving Parts
Rarely
Work in High, Precarious Places
Rarely
Fumes or Airborne Particles
Rarely
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals
Under 1/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions
Under 1/3
Extreme Cold (Non-Weather)
Rarely
Risk of Electrical Shock
Rarely
Work with Explosives
Rarely
Level of Noise
Moderate Noise: Business Office, Community, Residences
