Aides - Direct Support Professional / Driver

Active Day•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Active Day has an available opportunity for a DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL /DRIVER to join our team. APPLY TODAY! Join a team where your work truly matters—and where your schedule stays predictable. We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Driver to support individuals in a fun, engaging day program setting. If you enjoy helping others, building relationships, and being part of a positive team, this could be a great fit for you. As a DSP / Direct Support Professional with Active Day, you will lead by example, bring a positive attitude, provide thoughtful and caring support to adults with intellectual disabilities and developmental needs and focus on providing vocational, recreational, leisure and social skills, support and instruction with a focus on community integration at our Day Program. Job Summary The Direct Support Professional / Driver provides vocational, recreational, leisure and social skills support and instruction, with a focus on community integration, to adults with developmental disabilities at our day program centers. Direct Support Professionals assist members with activities of daily living, transportation, meals, and help to maintain a clean, orderly and uplifting environment. Our team members are expected to lead by example - maintaining a positive attitude; being a thoughtful, supportive, productive and dependable co-worker; keeping our members safe; and always working to enhance thehealth and happiness of the people we serve and those who care for them.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
At least 18 years of age unless also driving which requires at least 21 years of age
Reliable and punctual
Caring, patient, and positive attitude
Ability to work well with a team
Employment is contingent upon the successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience is a plus—but not required (we’ll train the right person!)

Responsibilities

Drive a set route, safely picking up members and transporting them to and from the program
Support members throughout the day by assisting with daily living activities and personal care as needed (e.g. arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transferring, rest room assistance, etc.) and provide emotional support and encouragement
Plan and facilitate engaging daily activities, community outings, and skill-building opportunities
Actively assist and encourage members in recreation, leisure activities, and community inclusion.
Help create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment
Collaborate as part of a team to ensure quality care and meaningful experiences
Participate in the planning, facilitation and documentation of individual behavior support plans.
May be required to intervene in crisis situations and unexpected behaviors in accordance with approved strategies and techniques.
Maintain program areas, supplies, and equipment ensuring all are safe, clean, replenished, and in good working order. Some locations may require the care and cleaning of animals and related environments.
Communicate in a positive, courteous and professional manner with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community at large.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested. Actively collaborate with cross-functional team, providing feedback and recommendations for enhancing the member experience and achieving the center’s overall goals and objectives.
Comply with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned at any time.