Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP) - New Hope
About The Position
Join Lifeworks as a Direct Support Professional 2 and make a meaningful impact every day. We are seeking a full-time DSP 2 to support adults with disabilities in New Hope, the surrounding community, and virtually. In this role, you will build strong relationships and empower individuals through engaging, goal-focused activities that help them achieve their long-term aspirations. You will manage a caseload, attend intakes and annual meetings, complete required documentation, and collaborate closely with individuals and their support teams to ensure person-centered planning and services.
Requirements
- Four-year degree in human services or a related field; or a two-year degree in Human services or related field and two years of work experience; or a combination of education and experience to equal four years.
- Experience working with people with disabilities.
- Access to reliable transportation for work driving purposes.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
- Candidate must complete and pass a pre-employment background study; a physical and drug screen; and have access to reliable transportation for work purposes.
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing a caseload, coordinating with support teams, writing goals, and person-centered planning preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with program team to meet the daily needs of individual served
- Identify, write, and implement new person-centered plans and goals for the individuals.
- Effectively communication and coordinate with individuals’ support teams.
- Organize group activities in the community or facilities based on the interests of the members of the group.
- Transport individuals out into the community for volunteering and other outings using a company vehicle.
- Ensure that individuals’ health and safety is maintained by following their individual plan of care and Lifeworks’ policies and procedures.
Benefits
- 18 days of PTO accrued in the first year of employment
- 11 paid holidays (New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a Personal Holiday)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short & long-term disability coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), and prescription drug coverage
- Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement
- 403(b) retirement plan – Lifeworks contributes 3% of your salary and matches up to 4% of employee contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
