Direct Support Professional

Assisted Independence • Columbus, IN

74d

About The Position

A Direct Support Professional, DSP, supports individuals with developmental and physical disabilities to live a quality life. To promote health, safety, and well being of individuals. A Direct Support Professional serves as an advocate for individuals in communicating their needs and achieve their goals. We are currently looking for qualified to work in the Valparaiso area. We will train, prepare, and support you to succeed!

Requirements

• Great people skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Multi-tasking skills
• Critical thinking
• Active listening
• Reading comprehension
• Teamwork
• Interpretation
• Problem solving
• Teaching
• Innovating and strategizing
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driver's license
• Updated vehicle insurance and registration
• CPR certification (we offer certification if you do not have it)
• Negative TB test within 60 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with developmental and physical disabilities
• Promote health, safety, and well-being of individuals
• Advocate for individuals in communicating their needs
• Assist individuals in achieving their goals
• Perform meal preparation
• Provide very light housekeeping
• Lift and support individuals with hygiene needs

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees