Direct Support Professional

Sunrise Group•Cape Coral, FL

20d

About The Position

Sunrise is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Professional provides support, assistance, and supervision to help individuals live valued lives in the community. The role uses an individualized approach to meet each person's needs, goals, rights, and preferences, and helps foster independence and choice. Direct Support Professionals are mandated reporters and must report instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that they are involved in or witness. The position pays $19.50 per hour and remains open until filled.

Requirements

Successfully complete required pre-employment background and drug screenings.
Possess a valid driver’s license with all necessary endorsements and at least 3 years of driving experience.
Possess basic computer skills.
High school diploma or equivalent if required by the work location.
At least 1 year of experience working in the human service field if required by the work location.

Responsibilities

Identify and report suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights.
Provide support, assistance, and supervision to meet individuals’ needs and goals according to their plans.
Ensure individuals’ training, behavior, and support programs are implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Protect individuals’ health, safety, and well-being at all times.
Provide a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice.
Follow positioning schedules and use proper equipment and assistive devices as specified in the individual’s plan.
Provide the necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture, and equipment.
Keep homes, outside areas, and vehicles well maintained and organized.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that the employee is involved in or witnesses.