Part Time Weekends and Evenings Direct Support Professional
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Community Living provides compassionate, person-centered support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. The role promotes choice, dignity, inclusion, independence, skill development, community integration, and meaningful engagement while maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful home. Some homes may require additional behavioral or medical support related to individuals’ health care, mobility, or behavioral needs. The DSP supports individuals’ participation in community life, relationships, local resources, programs, and activities that reflect their interests and Individual Support Plans. The position also provides physical and emotional support, assistance with daily living and household tasks, mobility and transfers, personal care, meals, prescribed medications, tube feedings, medical appointments, and required documentation. Staff follow agency and state requirements, safety protocols, emergency procedures, and person-centered practices, and participate in required training and team meetings. This is a part-time position in Pettis County, Sedalia, Missouri, with hours primarily on weekends and evenings. Schedules are based on the needs of the individuals served and available hours. The stated starting wage is $18.25 per hour, with the possibility of more depending on experience; hours and pay may change based on program and business needs. CHS describes its benefits as best-in-industry and refers applicants to its benefits guide for details.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle.
- Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory paid training, including CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration (Med Aide), Universal Precautions, and Level 1 Med-Aide.
- Ability to document electronically in proprietary systems and use computers and electronic communications.
- Ability to follow directions and meet documentation expectations and deadlines.
- Ability to provide personal care.
- Ability and strength to position, lift, and transfer more than 50 pounds regularly, including safely assisting an adult to the ground to perform CPR.
- Ability to kneel continuously on hard or other surfaces for extended periods as required for CPR.
- Ability to push and pull 100–125 pounds of pressure consistently over extended periods as required for CPR.
- Ability to lift, carry, squat, bend, move, push or pull, and sit or stand repetitively for intermittent extended periods.
- Ability to type on a keyboard for extended periods and view an electronic screen intermittently.
- Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
- Demonstrate accountability, attention to detail, compassion, courtesy, ethical decision-making, initiative, organization, positivity, professional communication, stress management, time management, and a welcoming attitude.
- Demonstrate reliability, respect, responsibility, collaboration, and person-centered, policy-supportive conduct.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Promote meaningful community integration and participation in activities, programs, and events aligned with individuals’ interests and Individual Support Plans.
- Support individuals in building and maintaining relationships and accessing local resources.
- Develop life skills through goal-oriented activities that promote independence, social interaction, and personal growth.
- Encourage choice, inclusion, and self-direction while balancing safety and empowerment.
- Provide personalized physical and emotional support in a safe, clean, comfortable, and person-centered residential environment.
- Perform household tasks, including preparing meals, doing laundry, making beds, and maintaining household equipment and cleanliness.
- Assist with mobility and transfers using appropriate assistive technology, proper lifting techniques, and safety protocols.
- Encourage individuals’ use of adaptive devices and participation in daily routines and activities.
- Administer prescribed medications according to physician orders and complete medication administration records and other required documentation.
- Safely administer tube feedings and provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, toileting, and dressing.
- Prepare and serve meals according to individuals’ dietary needs.
- Support medical appointments by scheduling and arranging transportation, attending visits, assisting with communication, and supporting follow-up care as needed.
- Complete medical, behavioral, daily, and incident documentation accurately and within required timeframes, following agency and state guidelines.
- Attend mandatory training and team meetings, maintain reliable attendance, and follow agency policies and procedures.
- Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures to protect the health and well-being of individuals served.
- Communicate professionally and courteously, demonstrate kindness and patience, and promote advocacy, encouragement, and a respectful work culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
