Direct Support Professional
Job Summary
Direct Support Professionals support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in being independent in all areas of their lives, to become and remain involved in their community and to assist each person to achieve personal outcomes that reflect their dreams, hopes and desires. We maintain a structured and healthy environment to enhance the wellbeing of persons served while providing continual guidance regarding life skills, academic skills, and work skills to ensure appropriate social interaction.
Employees should be prepared to work with individuals to reach their set goals and motivate them to be independent. It is important that employees can address challenges as they arise, recognize problem behaviors and implement plans of correction to help.
Physical Demands of the Job
- Kneel, squat, twist, crouch, crawl, bend, stand and walk for long periods of time
- Lift/carry up to 50 pounds
- Push or pull (wheelchairs, groceries, supplies, etc.)
- Assist people that are not able to move on their own
(bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to chair, floor to chair, chair to vehicle, etc.) - Climb stairs carrying things or assisting someone else
- Perform CPR
Requirements for Employment
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Minimum of High School diploma or GED
- Basic fluency in oral and written English.
Extensive training is provided to new employees to enable them to do the best work possible.
Positions Serving More Independent Residents
The individuals living in these apartments are more independent and need assistance with daily living skills such as cleaning, laundry, cooking meals and meal prep, money management, safety skills and being a good neighbor/tenant. Employees will assist with occasional personal care and administering medications as needed. Additional help is expected to be provided for individuals with transportation, shopping, outings and other events.
4205
Part Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon, Wed, Fri 5p-9p
Location:
Federal Building Contract
Resident Population:
7 men and women
4206
Part Time DSP
Schedule:
Tues & Thurs 5p-9p
Location:
Federal Building Contract
Resident Population:
7 men and women
6801
Part Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Wed 5-9p, Sat-Sun 8a-8p (every other weekend)
Location:
Jackson Heights Apartments
Resident Population:
18 men and women
Positions Serving Less Independent Residents
The individuals living in these houses require more assistance and need to be provided with daily, in home support such as cooking meals and cleaning the house. Employees will assist with personal care and administering medications. Additional duties include taking individuals out to shop, eat and visit as needed.
6110
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Wed & Fri 2p-9p, Sat-Sun 9a-9p (every other weekend)
Location:
1124 House
Resident Population:
9 men and women
6209
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Wed & Fri 1p-8p, Sat-Sun 7a-7p (every other weekend)
Location:
827 House
Resident Population:
11 men and women
6214
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Wed & Thur-Fri 10a-6p, Sat-Sun 10a-6p (every other weekend)
Location:
827 House
Resident Population:
11 men and women
6408
Part Time DSP
Schedule:
Fri 4p-8p, Sat-Sun 8a-8p (every other weekend)
Location:
702 House
Resident Population:
6 men
6410
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Wed 2p-10p, Thur 4p-8p, Sat-Sun 8a-8p (every other weekend)
Location:
702 House
Resident Population:
6 men
6514
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Tue & Thur-Fri 1p-9p, Sat-Sun 9a-9p (every other weekend)
Location:
38499 House
Resident Population:
10 men and women
6515
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon 3p-9p, Tue-Thurs 2p-9p, Sat-Sun 8a-9p (every other weekend)
Location:
38499 House
Resident Population:
10 men and women
6516
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon-Wed 2p-9p & Fri 3p-9p, Sat-Sun 8a-9p (every other weekend)
Location:
38499 House
Resident Population:
10 men and women
6706
Part Time DSP
Schedule:
Thurs 2p-9p, Sat-Sun 8a-8p (every other weekend)
Location:
15 House
Resident Population:
7 women
6710
Full Time DSP
Schedule:
Tues-Wed 3p-10p, Thur-Fri 2p-9p, Sat-Sun 9a-9p (every other weekend)
Location:
15 House
Resident Population:
7 women
6906
Part Time DSP
Schedule:
Mon & Wed 7a-2p, Sat-Sun 8a-8p (every other weekend)
Location:
613 House
Resident Population:
7 men and women