Direct Support Professional

We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals to work within an organization that serves individuals with developmental disabilities. Under the supervision of the Residence Manager, the Direct Support Professional would be responsible for the provision of direct services for all individuals in the residence. In addition, the DSP will provide a normalized, therapeutic, and safe environment in the least restrictive atmosphere possible. Interested candidates will promote positive self-esteem of residents in a home atmosphere through consistent positive interactions, support, encouragement, and unconditional respect of individual resident rights.

Responsibilities :

• Work with individuals with mental or developmental disabilities
• Assist clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing
• Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule
• Organize transportation arrangements to appointments
• Encourage client engagement in social networks and communities
• Adhere to the organizations Code of Ethics
• Effectively communicate and support the organization values
• Accurately document service provision, daily notes, and other information as required

Qualifications :

Physical Demands

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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