Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

The Arc of the Quad Cities Area•Rock Island, IL

About The Position

Looking for a job where you can make a daily difference and impact people? One that has opportunities to grow from? Look no further, we at The Arc of the Quad Cities Area are looking for Full-Time, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team! 😎 At The Arc of the Quad Cities Area, we work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them reach their full potential and ensure a life full of happiness, inclusion, and independence. If you are passionate about working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we would love to meet you and discuss this opportunity further. What does a DSP do? As a Direct Support Professional, you will care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As outlined in the individual's service plan and implementation strategies, your responsibilities will include supervision, personal care training, active treatment, and, when necessary, medication administration. You will also ensure the safety and well-being of designated individuals at all times, ensure self-advocacy training for individuals, ensure informed choices are being offered, maintain documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards (e.g., individual data sheets, incident reports, etc.), provide input on individual progress and needs for programmatic purposes, and more. Please note that each of our positions has a set schedule. If hired, we provide hands-on, on-the-job training during 1st-shift hours. We have a variety of different shifts available; you must have weekend availability! To be considered full-time, an employee must work at least 30 hours a week. We encourage you to review the job description for a detailed overview of the position's requirements and duties. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities, and we look forward to meeting candidates who share our dedication and passion for this career. "We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status."

Requirements

Must have a current and valid driver's license with the appropriate car insurance
Provide evidence of a high school diploma/transcripts
Have the ability to pass both Iowa and Illinois background checks
Demonstrate strength and flexibility to assist lifting individuals or provide other individual-related care when needed.
Maintain a positive, fun attitude to encourage the individuals we serve.

Responsibilities

supervision
personal care training
active treatment
medication administration (when necessary)
ensure the safety and well-being of designated individuals at all times
ensure self-advocacy training for individuals
ensure informed choices are being offered
maintain documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards (e.g., individual data sheets, incident reports, etc.)
provide input on individual progress and needs for programmatic purposes