DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional works hands-on at a day training facility, supporting waiver participants as they build life skills, explore hobbies, and engage with their community. The role reports directly to the Day Training Coordinator and is non-exempt. Work hours are either 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The position includes planning and leading activities, accompanying and transporting participants on community outings, providing dignified assistance with daily living needs, and safely administering medications during day training hours. The Direct Support Professional also advocates for participants’ welfare, participates in team meetings, responds to family concerns, and completes required regulatory documentation, including monthly service summaries.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, with the stated age requirement: at least 18 years old with a high school diploma/GED, or at least 21 years old.
- Strong communication skills for connecting with participants, families, and support teams.
- Ability to accurately follow oral and written instructions and maintain detailed daily documentation.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active car insurance.
- Physical ability to actively participate in and demonstrate daily activities.
- Ability to meet standard background check, personnel, and agency training requirements.
Responsibilities
- Plan, arrange, and lead activities that promote participants’ self-sufficiency, social skills, and relaxation.
- Transport and accompany participants on community outings.
- Provide respectful assistance with activities of daily living, including feeding, toileting, dressing, and continence care.
- Safely administer medications during day training hours.
- Advocate for participants’ general welfare.
- Attend team meetings and address family concerns.
- Complete required regulatory paperwork, including monthly service summaries.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
