Community Supports Direct Support Professional

4 weeks ago

Saint Clair, United States ABiLITY, DSFC, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Overview:

Here at ABiLITY, becoming a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is often the first step towards a fun, long-lasting, and rewarding career—they act as a connection between people with developmental disabilities and their communities. DSPs work alongside people and support them to become integrated and involved in their world, to be valued for who they are, to gain independence, and to follow their dreams. We enhance lives here.

Job Description:

ABiLITY is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Supports Direct Support Professional to join our team. In this role, you will assist individuals with developmental disabilities in learning essential living skills that promote an independent lifestyle. Your support will make a significant difference in their daily lives and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Teach and assist with basic living skills to encourage independence.
  • Transport individuals to and from the ABiLITY Day program using an agency vehicle.
Qualifications:
  • Must be 25 years of age at the time of application.
  • Must have a high school diploma, GED, or be enrolled in a general equivalency program at time of application
  • Even though previous experience working with individuals with cognitive or intellectual disabilities is preferred, it is not required to apply You will be supported through company-paid training and certifications every step of the way.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
  • Must possess valid auto insurance with state minimum coverage
  • Required to obtain a Class E Chauffeur license (ABiLITY will reimburse the fee).
Certifications:
  • DSPs shall have or be capable of obtaining the following certifications within a reasonable and set period of time:
    • Level One Medication Aide (L1MA)
    • First Aid/CPR/AED
    • Crisis Prevention
    • DSP training modules through our convenient online portal accessible from anywhere
  • DSPs shall be capable of utilizing personal protective equipment and following disease prevention protocols.

Statuses:

Full-time = employees working 30+ or more per week

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Voluntary Insurance Plans – Dental, vision, term life, short-term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, and health savings account
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Separate vacation and sick accrual for full-time employees, starting on day one
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Refer-a-Friend Program of $500.00 per referral, no limit

**ABiLITY provides comprehensive support to its employees and clients through module-based training tailored for DSPs using the Relias platform, enhancing their capacity to serve effectively. The allocation of locations and training paths is subject to the specific support requirements of individuals and discretion of agency management.

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