DE DSP Hopkins Full-Time Overnight DOVER

ST JOHNS COMMUNITY SERVICES • Dover, DE

22h • Onsite

About The Position

St. John’s Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support people with disabilities in developing or maintaining skills that enhance their quality of life in the community. The role involves responding to the physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal needs of the people served; advocating for them; supporting community inclusion; and assisting with daily routines, including household tasks, employment-related tasks, and personal care.

This is a full-time overnight position at 1512 Hopkins Ave in Dover, Delaware. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday, 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. The DSP provides supervision and training, administers medication after completing required state certifications, supports access to transportation and community resources, helps plan daily activities, and documents services and progress. The role also includes attending required trainings and meetings, using agency resources responsibly, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of related experience working with people with disabilities.
• Meet SJCS and funding-jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and records checks.
• Obtain a valid health certificate meeting current funding-authority requirements.
• Valid state-issued driver's license and a current driving record in good standing; required by the general employee requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community-based programs.
• Knowledge of community resources that support social inclusion and autonomy.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of SJCS policies and procedures.
• Ability to represent SJCS to the public.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with staff and people from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of acceptable meal assistance and safety practices and procedures.
• Skill operating relevant computer systems, hardware, software, and office machines.
• A valid state-issued driver's license with a current driving record in good standing is listed as preferred in the minimum qualifications, though also stated as required for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate supervision and training to support the social wellbeing, health, and safety of people served in the least restrictive environment.
• Administer medication according to established procedures after completing required state certifications.
• Help people served use public transportation or arrange transportation to access community resources.
• Assist with planning and implementing daily activities, including activities that promote social inclusion and social capital.
• Document supports provided, including progress toward skill acquisition, choices, health matters, achievements, and challenges.
• Attend and participate in mandated events, workshops, training, investigations, and meetings.
• Use personal and agency resources responsibly, including vehicles, property, and finances.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Assist with daily routines, including household tasks, employment-related tasks, and personal care.
• Advocate for people served and support their community inclusion.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and other benefits and company contributions.
• Retirement plans.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Connectivity reimbursements for some employees.
• Paid time off, vacation, and sick time.
• Flexibility.
• Family culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED