Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Lambs Farm is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide compassionate care to adults with developmental disabilities. The DSP assists participants with daily living activities, implements personalized care plans, supports independence, and helps participants engage in community, social, and recreational activities. The role includes behavioral and emotional support, medication administration, monitoring health conditions, and reporting changes. The DSP maintains accurate electronic medical records and internal documentation, collaborates with team members on care coordination, and adapts support strategies to participants’ needs. The position involves physically demanding assistance, including lifting and moving participants. Employees must successfully complete required background and registry checks and medical screenings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must pass the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) test.
- Complete and achieve certification in the Lambs Farm DSP program within 120 days of hire and maintain required training and certifications.
- Complete and achieve certification in the Medication Administration Certification program within 160 days of hire and maintain authorization thereafter.
- Complete the Lambs Farm Rise Program and achieve Tier 2 certification as vacancies become available.
- Comfort providing care for participants who may become ill and following appropriate health and safety protocols.
- Proficiency in writing, speaking, and understanding English.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and physically assist participants.
- Achieve CPR, First Aid, and crisis intervention certification through the Lambs Farm training program.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Strong team collaboration skills and willingness to adapt to changing needs.
- Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding participant information.
- Accurate typing and data-entry skills.
- Proficiency navigating websites and using web-based applications.
- Ability to use word processors and spreadsheet software.
- Competence managing emails and digital communications, including familiarity with digital communication etiquette and techniques.
- Experience with or ability to learn electronic health record systems such as Therap, Epic, or Allscripts.
- Successfully complete required background and registry checks and medical screenings.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Assist participants with developmental disabilities in daily routines while fostering autonomy and engagement.
- Implement tailored care plans and track progress toward individual goals.
- Provide behavioral and emotional support during crises or challenging situations.
- Encourage and assist with community integration through social and recreational activities.
- Administer medications, monitor health conditions, and report changes.
- Maintain accurate and timely updates to electronic medical records.
- Document incidents, participant activities, and progress in internal systems.
- Collaborate with team members during meetings and care coordination sessions.
- Adjust support strategies based on participant needs and team feedback.
- Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving participants.
- Handle and prepare food for participants as part of daily duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
