Part Time Afternoon Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult IDD Day Program

Wellspring Community • Castle Rock, CO

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Wellspring Community is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and proactive Direct Support Professional to join its Day Program team in Castle Rock, Colorado. The position provides hands-on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), helping them participate in meaningful activities, build relationships, and develop independence. Responsibilities vary throughout the day and include supporting program activities, providing participant assistance, helping teachers, and contributing to a welcoming program environment.

Requirements

• Dependable and punctual.
• Self-motivated, able to recognize needs, and willing to take initiative.
• Strong communication and basic documentation skills.
• Patient, compassionate, and respectful of individuals with disabilities.
• Flexible and comfortable adjusting to changing priorities.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Comfortable providing hands-on participant support and occasionally leading classroom activities.
• Able to safely operate a 15-passenger van and obtain required DOT driver certification.
• Must successfully pass a background check; employment is contingent upon this.

Responsibilities

• Support participants during arrival, classes, daily activities, and lunch.
• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), social interactions, and emotional support as needed.
• Help teachers with classroom activities, preparation, transitions, and cleanup.
• Provide classroom coverage and occasionally lead activities using established lesson plans.
• Safely transport participants in a 15-passenger van for routes and community activities.
• Complete required participant documentation and incident reports accurately and on time.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and welcoming program spaces.
• Communicate effectively with participants, coworkers, and leadership.
• Participate in scheduled team and all-staff meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed