Direct Support Professional II

Our Own Lives • Durango, CO

5d

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional II provides individualized support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, respecting their choices and helping them live, work, and participate in their communities. The role may take place in residences, community settings, individuals’ workplaces, and day service settings. Support may involve developing or maintaining life skills, self-help skills, social connections, leadership and advocacy, and adaptive skills. Services may include specialized habilitation, supported community connection, homemaker and personal care, mentorship, respite, residential, and vocational services. The position is part-time, expected to work 20 hours per week, and pays $17.93 per hour. Training is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Good organizational and writing skills.
• Knowledge of community activities.
• Computer skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and remain flexible.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute for business when needed.
• If driving, a driver's license issued in the state of residence and current auto insurance.
• Satisfactory completion of background checks and reference checks, including a Motor Vehicle Record check.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Our Own Lives’ mission, vision, and values.
• Follow state regulations, service definitions, and agency policies and procedures.
• Understand and implement service plans and Individual Service and Support Plans, and participate in assessments as requested.
• Follow client-specific protocols, rights suspensions, and safety-control procedures.
• Assist with personal care when needed, including bathing, toileting, changing undergarments, and dressing.
• Recognize health and safety hazards and follow emergency communication and response protocols across service locations.
• Promote independence and opportunities for community involvement.
• Transport individuals to activities as needed using staff-owned or available company-owned vehicles, and complete required company vehicle checklists.
• Complete housekeeping tasks during each shift.
• Complete required training within 90 days.
• Administer medications appropriately and accurately after becoming medication certified.
• Attend required meetings.
• Complete and maintain required documentation and paperwork by the end of each shift and submit it in a timely manner.
• Submit accurate timesheets and mileage sheets on time.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and administrative staff.
• Work positively with others in a team-oriented environment, work with minimal supervision, and seek assistance when needed.
• Conduct interactions with agency staff, people served, and the public in a manner consistent with agency values.
• Handle stress effectively and maintain appropriate professional and ethical relationships.
• Accommodate changing shift needs according to availability provided in the application.
• Complete other delegated tasks and reasonable duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Dental insurance for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Vision insurance for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• AFLAC coverage available for purchase.
• Paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) participation.
• CAL (PTO).
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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