Direct Support Professional

Central State Community Services Inc • Oklahoma City, OK

5h • $14 - $14 • Onsite

About The Position

At CSCSO, you don’t need prior experience to make a difference. We provide paid training to set you up for success as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). If you’re compassionate, dependable, and ready to help adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities live fulfilling lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a background check and meet all state requirements.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stand and walk.
• The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and up to 50 pounds when assisting non-ambulatory individuals.
• The employee must be physically able to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including the ability to kneel, use upper-body strength to deliver chest compressions, and maintain these actions for the duration required in an emergency situation.

Nice To Haves

• Dependable and punctual team players.
• Individuals who celebrate achievements and encourage independence.
• Ability to assist with mobility, household tasks, and personal care when needed.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with daily living activities: dressing, bathing, grooming, and assisting with toileting needs when necessary.
• Help with meal planning and preparation following nutritional guidelines or prescribed diets.
• Assist with medication administration under physician direction.
• Support individuals in community activities, including volunteering, employment preparation, and leisure outings.
• Offer transportation assistance for work, therapy, and recreational activities using agency or personal vehicles.
• Engage in fun activities like games, reading, movies, concerts, and family visits.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and individual progress.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Competitive pay starting at $13.65 – $14.00/hr.
• Opportunities for career growth in human services.
• Benefits available for full-time employees after 60 days
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed