Direct Support Professional - Adult Day Program

Laradon•Denver, CO

7d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Laradon fosters a collaborative, team environment; working on-site in Denver, CO. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional to support the Adult Day Program. Reporting to the Program Manager, this role will support Laradon’s mission by supervising and facilitating the development and training of individuals with developmental disabilities in habilitative activities. Increase participants’ functional skills in order to maximize their full potential.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Must be 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Two years of direct experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; stamina to be on feet and active for full workdays.

Nice To Haves

Trained in Orientation
Trained in Mandatory Reporting
Trained in Incident Reporting
Trained in First Aid/CPR
Trained in Safety Care/Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Trained in Defensive Driving
Trained in Person Centered Training
Trained in Trauma Informed Care
Trained in QMAP
Trained in Professional Boundaries

Responsibilities

Assist program manager in designing individual programming.
Implement, track and record adaptive and/or behavioral Individual Service and Support Plans (ISSPs).
Complete and maintain paperwork per Laradon’s policy and procedures.
Prevention and management of crisis to provide a safe environment.
Provide supervision and actively engage participants while providing positive reinforcement.
Provide training in self-care, physical and emotional maturation, socialization, communication, leisure, and other Activities of Daily Living as indicated in the Service Plan.
Develop and implement habilitative activities per ISSPs.
Develop, schedule and facilitate opportunities in the community.
Build natural supports and community connections.
Maintain effective communication.
Administer medications per individual’s order and document according to regulations.
Implement protocols.
Drive participants as necessary for program needs
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/FSA
401(k) + 4% Match
11 Paid Holidays and 16 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
FAMLI Leave
Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Long Term Disability, Life, Cancer, Accident, and Pet Insurance
Referral Bonuses (get paid to work with friends!)
Development, job growth, and internal training
The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff – one where everyone is truly appreciated