6015-13 Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Venture Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for and support adults age 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The DSP helps individuals be as active and independent in their lives as possible, supporting their personal care, household needs, community participation, and individual goals. Responsibilities may include household maintenance; meal preparation and shopping; assistance with bathing, toileting, dressing, and oral hygiene; transportation to medical appointments and banking; supporting community activities and outings; administering medications; following Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, goals, and medical guidelines; and safely evacuating individuals during an emergency. Employees must maintain certifications and perform duties in accordance with Agency policies and DDS regulations. The position is listed as part-time for 10 hours per week, with a Wednesday overnight schedule from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Pay is $17.50–$19.00 per hour. Paid training is provided, including New Employee Orientation, CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program- and person-specific training at the individual’s home. A sign-on bonus is offered: $500 for part-time employees and $1,000 for full-time employees.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience working in a residential setting with highly behavioral individuals.
- Commitment to helping people with varying disabilities participate fully in their community and lives.
- Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
- A proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior through work, volunteer, or school history.
- Ability to work as a creative, engaged, and dedicated team member.
- Fluent English speaking, reading, and writing ability.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet program and individual needs, which may include holidays, overnights, or double shifts.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and possess the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Responsibilities
- Advocate for and support adults age 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Empower individuals to be active and participate in their own lives and communities.
- Assist with household maintenance, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Assist with personal care, including bathing, toileting, dressing, and brushing teeth.
- Assist individuals with medical appointments and banking.
- Support individuals in becoming active members of their community and accompany them on outings.
- Administer medications and follow medical guidelines.
- Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, and individual goals.
- Safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency.
- Maintain certifications and perform job duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus: $500 for part-time employees and $1,000 for full-time employees.
- 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.
- Paid New Employee Orientation and job-related training, including CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, MAP, and program- and person-specific training.
- Supportive and encouraging working environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
