Direct Support Professional

COMMUNITY OPTIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL•Bismarck, ND

13d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Community Options is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide personalized, high-quality services to individuals with developmental disabilities and elderly people, helping them enhance their quality of life and live more independently and actively in their communities. The role involves hands-on support with daily living tasks, including cooking, cleaning, shopping, and transportation. Employees work in a team-oriented environment and need a flexible schedule to accommodate a variety of shifts and changing customer or agency needs. Work may take place in an office, home, or community setting, indoors or outdoors, and includes operating a motor vehicle and traveling as necessary. The position is based in Bismarck, North Dakota, and pays $17.34–$20.40 per hour depending on experience. The listed position type includes full-time and part-time opportunities. Some benefits may vary depending on position and employment status.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Have access to a working mobile phone (iPhone or Android).
Be CPR and First Aid certified, or be able to successfully obtain certification during the new-hire training period.
Have a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance as required by the licensing state.
Be able to travel based on operational and clientele needs.
Successfully pass a criminal background check, including a Motor Vehicle Record check, drug screening, and North Dakota Department of Human Services pre-employment approval.
Successfully complete required training and/or certification within the specified time frame.
Be able to accurately observe and recall surroundings and events; communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately; read, write, understand, and apply written instructions in English; and complete basic computer-related tasks.
Be able to make ethical and professional decisions, organize and manage tasks, provide quality customer service, and work as part of a team.
Demonstrate commitment to company values.
Have good organizational and communication skills and be a team player.
Be able to work a variety of shifts with a flexible schedule.
Meet the physical demands of the job, including climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching above shoulder level, bending, twisting, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, fine motor manipulation, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Meet the role’s stated vision requirements, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of community events and opportunities for customers.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
Provide transportation and travel as required by operational and clientele needs.
Deliver personalized, high-quality services that support individuals’ quality of life, independence, and community participation.
Complete required training and certifications within specified time frames.
Observe and recall surroundings and events; communicate information clearly and accurately.
Apply written instructions, complete basic computer tasks, organize and manage work, and provide quality customer service.
Make ethical and professional decisions and work as part of a team.
Use physical de-escalation techniques when necessary, in response to customer behaviors.