Part-time Direct Support Professional 6 Hours/Week

Chrysalis•Gunnison, UT

22d•$15 - $18

About The Position

Chrysalis provides support services for at-risk adults and juveniles with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including individuals with fragile medical needs. This part-time, driving position supports people with disabilities who live with professional host parents. Staff relieve host parents by taking clients into the community to participate in meaningful activities, such as visiting parks and museums, watching movies, shopping, and dining. The role helps individuals gain greater independence by applying Chrysalis’s values of Respect, Safety, Fun, Mentoring, and Accountability. It requires working in stressful and safety-sensitive environments, following pre-approved programs, making decisions related to individuals’ care and treatment, and communicating those decisions effectively.

Requirements

Must be at least 20 years old.
Pass and maintain a passable criminal background check and LEIE per state regulations.
Pass required controlled substance tests.
Ability to speak, read, and write effectively in English.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable form of transportation.
Excellent public relations skills when working with individuals’ families.
Ability to communicate effectively with medical, professional, and state employees.
Good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations.
Excellent interpersonal skills when working with individuals and co-workers, including the ability to stay calm and professional under pressure.
Service-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

Maintain punctuality and regular, consistent attendance according to the workplace schedule to ensure proper oversight of individuals.
Stay awake and responsive, and communicate effectively with individuals.
Teach individuals daily living skills.
Plan appropriate activities for individuals.
Create opportunities for individuals to improve their quality of life.
Provide a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
Implement Person Centered Support Plans and follow behavioral plans.
Supervise individuals according to Supervision Guidelines and support their choices.
Assist and supervise individuals with taking appropriate medication.
Complete administrative tasks within established time frames.
Complete documentation required by Chrysalis and the State.
Maintain communication with the Manager regarding individuals’ needs.
Follow the Provider Code of Conduct and Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Policy according to state standards.
Take clients into the community for meaningful activities, such as going to parks, visiting museums, watching movies, shopping, and dining.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.