126-08 Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Venture Community Services provides support to individuals facing diverse challenges through a compassionate and dedicated workforce using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) advocates for and supports adults age 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to be as active in their lives as possible. Support may include household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and teeth brushing. DSPs may also assist with medical appointments and banking; support individuals in becoming active members of their communities and attending outings; administer medications; follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, and goals; and follow applicable medical guidelines. DSPs receive paid New Employee Orientation and paid training in CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, and the Medication Administration Program (MAP), along with program- and person-specific training in the individual's home. DSPs must be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home during an emergency, maintain certifications, comply with Agency policies, and follow DDS regulations and policies. This is a part-time position scheduled Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., for 14 hours. The hourly pay range is $17.50–$19.00. A sign-on bonus is offered: $500 for part-time employees and $1,000 for full-time employees.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Speak, read, and write fluent English.
- Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet program and individual needs, potentially including holidays, overnights, or double shifts.
- Show commitment to helping people with varying disabilities participate fully in their community and their own lives.
- Have varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
- Have a proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior through work, volunteer, or school history.
- Be able to work as a creative, engaged, and dedicated team member.
Responsibilities
- Advocate for and support adults age 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to be active in their lives.
- Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, and teeth brushing.
- Assist individuals with medical appointments and banking.
- Support individuals in becoming active members of their community and attending outings.
- Administer medications and follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, goals, and medical guidelines.
- Safely evacuate individuals from the home in the event of an emergency.
- Maintain certifications and perform job-related duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations and policies.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus: $500 for part-time employees and $1,000 for full-time employees.
- Paid New Employee Orientation and paid training.
- Company-paid life insurance for full-time employees.
- Health insurance.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Earned paid time off and 40 hours of sick time.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Tuition remission.
- Supportive and encouraging working environment.
- Work-life balance and a culture of inclusion and equity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
