Direct Support Professional

Sunrise Group

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization prides itself on taking an individualized approach to addressing the unique needs of each person receiving services. As an employer, Sunrise aims to provide an environment of growth and development for its employees, consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people. The purpose of this role is to provide support, assistance, and supervision to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enable them to live valued lives in the community. Over the last 60 years, Sunrise has grown from serving 50 people in South Florida to over 1,400 across several states with over 2,500 employees, partly due to assisting state agencies with deinstitutionalization efforts and welcoming smaller companies into the Sunrise Group.

Requirements

• Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with all necessary endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience
• Must possess basic computer skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location

Responsibilities

• Identifies and reports any suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights
• Provides support, assistance and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans
• Ensures that each individual’s training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times
• Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice
• Follows positioning schedules, uses proper equipment and assistive devices per plan
• Provides necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture and equipment
• Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized
• Performs all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees