Youth Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Ariel Clinical Services • Grand Junction, CO

8d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

One Part-Time Position. 20-29 hours per week. 24/7 Facility, shifts could be day, evenings or overnights. Hiring Range: $17.00-$18.53/ hr., depending upon education and experience. This position will remain open until filled. Direct Support Professionals are responsible for providing a therapeutic environment for behaviorally and emotionally impaired individuals in community, facility and residential based settings as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 21.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years demonstrated successful working experience in related fields i.e., with the I/DD population, or in a mental health field.
• Bilingual in ASL or Spanish

Responsibilities

• Teach youth being served social, behavioral, relational, and daily living skills, according to their treatment plans through a safe and supportive environment.
• Attend to and advocate for the youth’s needs (i.e., academic, recreational, community activities, behavioral and personal material needs)
• Manage challenging behaviors through established training.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with supervisor, parents, guardians, case managers and all other individuals involved with the youth.
• Responsible for supports and assistance with personal care as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and agency policies.
• Maintain professional boundaries while establishing a trustworthy and beneficial relationship.
• Observe and record individuals’ progress through narrative reports submitting by agency deadline.
• Represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.
• Transport individuals in Ariel Vans or personal vehicles, as needed.
• Attend supervision, trainings, and team meetings, as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision at affordable rates.
• Group Life Insurance 100% covered.
• Group Accident, Hospitalization, Identity Fraud, and Critical Illness plan available at a discounted rate.
• HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• $50/month for participation in Wellness Program.
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED