We are hiring for a Direct Support Professional to provide personalized support to individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges. The role involves assisting individuals in identifying and expressing their needs, implementing services aligned with their person-centered plans, and fostering independence and self-advocacy.
Requirements
- Advocate for individuals' human, legal, and civil rights.
- Promote health and safety by supporting wellness initiatives and accident prevention.
- Encourage self-advocacy and empower individuals in making their own choices.
- Facilitate community engagement by accompanying individuals to work, recreational activities, and social events.
- Teach and support independent living skills, including household management and personal care.
- Provide transportation for appointments, errands, and community activities.
- Foster social connections by supporting relationship-building within the community.
- Support informed decision-making regarding living arrangements, employment, and social activities.
- Assist with personal care tasks, such as hygiene, bathing, dressing, and household chores (laundry, cleaning, and decorating).
- Maintain accurate documentation of provided services and support.
- Understand and address challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, using effective advocacy strategies.
- Connect individuals with community resources for career development, education, and volunteer opportunities.
- Encourage effective communication, adapting to individual needs and preferences.
- Assist with medication administration in accordance with state laws and regulations.
- Ensure confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all aspects of care.
Benefits
- Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
