Direct Support Professional - IDD Residential Services
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides training, guidance, personal care, social support, and physical assistance to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The role supports individuals in developing everyday skills so they can achieve their highest level of functioning and participate as fully as possible in the community. The position is based in a residential setting and may also involve facility-based and community environments. It focuses on maintaining a safe environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and facilitating recreation, socialization, vocational, and other activities based on each person’s interests and skills identified through person-centered planning.
Requirements
- One year of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals in a human services organization and a valid driver’s license, OR an associate degree in a related field and a valid driver’s license.
- High school diploma or GED and six months of relevant job-related training or experience.
- CPR and first aid training are referenced as preparation for responding to crises.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct personal care and supervision to individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in residential, facility-based, or community settings as needed.
- Assist with developing an individual service or treatment plan for each assigned client.
- Teach basic life skills in residential, day, and/or community-based settings.
- Observe and monitor client behavior, document observations, and report incidents when applicable.
- Train clients in basic personal and social skills, simple academics, or work skills.
- Arrange medical care and support clients in obtaining ongoing medical treatment.
- Monitor food intake, functional and psychosocial status, wellness activities, and related needs.
- Support individuals in building relationships and social networks.
- Provide transportation for individual or group community outings as needed.
- Respond immediately to crises according to protocol and CPR/first aid training.
- Counsel and advise clients on behavioral challenges, daily decisions, and resolving minor problems.
- Participate in Individual Service Plan meetings and case reviews, consulting with the team about client needs and continuing services.
- Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, washing dishes, and running errands.
- Involve clients in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals while considering dietary needs and requirements.
- Document client progress and services daily, and report changes in client condition to members of the direct care treatment team.
Benefits
- Robust benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
