MALE 11 Direct Support Professional

We are looking for a qualified Direct Support Professional to join our team. You will provide intense 1-1 support with a male that we serve in our community. We ask that you have at least 3 years of experience with IDD / Autism but we also train thoroughly. The individual works better with males but all genders are encouraged to apply.

Our ideal candidate is a patient, energetic, and can handle aggressive behaviors / outburst and professional with experience in supporting people with achieving their goals and outcomes. The ability to work as a member of a team, complete task as instructed, receptive to new ideas, and problem solve. Have a belief that everyone can and must have an opportunity to learn and grow regardless of their disability.

Ultimately, you should be creative, innovative, compassionate, patient, enjoy being outdoors, flexible and outgoing person. We are looking for reliable role models for the people that we serve. Reliable transportation required with valid insurance and up to date license, will have to transport individual in personal vehicle. We do reimburse for mileage. Hours may vary; also pay will vary by experience and there will also be a 90 day probation pay.

Direct Support Professional requirements are :

• Experience in supporting people with disabilities.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Auto insurance.
• Reliable Transportation.
• Direct Support Professional responsibilities are :
• Assist and support people with realizing their goals and attaining personal outcomes.
• Assist and support people with developing and / or maintaining a social support network.
• Assist and support people with maintaining or re-establishing their family connections.
• Assist and support people with maintaining their homes.
• Assist and support people with maintaining their health and well-being.
• Assist and support people with utilizing their community and its resources.
• Assist and support people with their direct services and making informed choices.
• Ensure that the environment in which people live and work is safe and free of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Be an advocate for people with disabilities educating the community on how to interact with individuals who have disabilities.
• Participation in educational opportunities offered by the company.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. PROGRAM SERVICES

2. HEALTH SERVICES

3. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES