101-18 Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Venture Community Services seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to advocate for and support 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 individuals with medical appointments and banking, help them participate in their community and attend outings, administer medications, follow Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans and goals, and follow established medical guidelines. The role includes paid New Employee Orientation and paid training in CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, the Medication Administration Program (MAP), and program- and person-specific support at the individuals’ home. DSPs must maintain certifications, comply with Agency policies and DDS regulations and policies, and be able to safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency. The posted schedule is Sunday 8 a.m.–3 p.m. and 3 p.m.–11 p.m., Monday 2 p.m.–10 p.m., Tuesday 2 p.m.–10 p.m., and Thursday 3 p.m.–10 p.m. The position is listed as full-time, 40 hours, with pay of $17.50–$19 per hour. A sign-on bonus is offered: $1,000 for full-time employees and $500 for part-time employees.
Requirements
- Commitment to helping people with varying disabilities participate fully in their community and their own 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, dedicated team member.
- Age 21 or older.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- High school diploma or GED.
- 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 safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency.
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, banking, community participation, and outings.
- Administer medications and follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans and goals, and medical guidelines.
- Safely evacuate individuals from the home in an emergency.
- Maintain certifications and perform job duties in compliance with Agency policies and DDS regulations and policies.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus: $1,000 for full-time employees and $500 for part-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 paid training in CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and MAP.
- Supportive and encouraging working environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
