Copy of Youth Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Ariel Clinical Services • Grand Junction, CO

5d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals are responsible for providing a therapeutic environment for behaviorally and emotionally impaired individuals in community, facility and residential based settings as assigned. This position will remain open until filled.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 21.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years demonstrated successful working experience in related fields i.e., with the I/DD population, or in a mental health field.
• Bilingual in ASL or Spanish

Responsibilities

• Work closely with therapists to incorporate treatment related goals to youth to reduce behavioral health concerns.
• Promote a safe environment for children and youth.
• Teach self-help, social, interpersonal, and daily living skills.
• Follow and implement assigned individualized support and services for children and youth.
• Provide behavior management as required (i.e. defusing anger, emotional outbursts).
• Respond to crisis situations and assist crisis staff with support and services.
• Document and/or communicate per procedures/protocols and required pertinent information regarding child/youth for who this position is responsible for at any given time.
• Observe and document child and youth’s progress in accordance with Medicaid standards through documentation databases.
• Maintain professional boundaries while establishing a trustworthy and beneficial relationship.
• Co-Facilitate groups with children and youth.
• Transport child/youth in Ariel van or personal vehicle, as needed. (to/from appointments, scheduled events, emergencies, individual and program outings.
• Administer medications as prescribed, including proper documentation of medication administration; medication errors; medication storage; medication counts per QMAP standards.
• Report any issues/concerns.
• Complete training required for position.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with supervisor, parents, guardians, case manager and all other individuals involved with the client.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision at affordable rates.
• Group Life Insurance 100% covered.
• Group Accident, Hospitalization, Identity Fraud, and Critical Illness plan available at a discounted rate.
• HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• $50/month for participation in Wellness Program.
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED