Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Overview:

DSP provide direct care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. DSP staff job requirements may include but are not limited to assisting in behavioral and personal care services to a specific learner that will enable him/her to reach his/her fullest potential and improve behavior, academic, social and functional skills. Assist with any activity of daily living as outlined in the client's Behavior Support Plan or Individual Support Plan. Implement specific teaching strategies utilizing the principles of behavior analysis to focus on skill acquisition in all areas as well as the reduction of problematic and interfering behaviors. Provide safe and continuous support in the home or community by maintaining arm's length/line of sight/awake and alert posture and provisions throughout any shift. Provide recreation and leisure activities, teach functional communication, implement approved behavior plans, and achieve increased independence, productivity, and inclusion in the community. Provide extensions of other forms of therapy and taught and deemed appropriate by the Behavior Therapist and/or direct supervisor of the team. Ability to understand and implement a variety of Behavior Support Plans per each client's outcomes and goals. Job Description - Direct Support Professional Ability to complete data on a daily basis and in line with the expectations of the team, ensure proper completion of time sheets, therapist checklists, and communication logs as outlined per client team. Ability to push, pull, lift up to 75 lbs. and stand unaided for up to 3 hours at a time. Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle each shift as deemed appropriate to the BSP/ISP goals. General upkeep and cleanliness of the home/facility.

Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Referral program

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Medication Certification (Required) CPR Certification (Required) First Aid Certification (Required) Job-related location requirement: Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

Work Location:

In person