Direct Support Professional (54052)

LIFESKILLS GROUP • Bowling Green, KY

19h • $16 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional will provide supports in vocational, life, and social/emotional skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The qualified candidate will offer training to help individuals achieve their chosen goals and objectives, leading to the best possible outcomes. The Direct Support Professional will serve as a teacher, mentor, and role model, empowering individuals to lead meaningful and self-determined lives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Complete and maintain core training in required time
• Valid driver’s license
• Insurable according to LifeSkills insurance carrier
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs
• Provides direct services to clients
• Work will be in a factory setting
• Will document work done daily and monthly
• Will perform tasks directly related to training received
• All employees must be willing to live our company's core values.
• Integrity – Exhibiting the highest moral, ethical and legal standards. Doing the right thing – even when no one else is looking.
• Teamwork – Putting team success over personal success. Actively valuing the strengths and talents of others.
• Trust/Respect– Seeing and believing in the good intentions of others. Interacting with others in a way that makes them feel valued. Listening without judging. Offering understanding and acceptance.
• Care/Compassion – Demonstrating unconditional kindness, concern and empathy. Exhibiting genuine concern for others.
• Ownership/Accountability – Taking personal responsibility for one’s work, actions and feelings. Accepting responsibility for and learning from mistakes.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer one year experience in human services field

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support and training to individuals receiving Adult Day Training Services.
• Implement and document positive behavior strategies and interventions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Assist and support individuals in a production environment while maintaining production schedules and meeting quality standards per customer requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees