Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Adult Day Program

Description

• The Direct Support Professional -DSP, provides compassionate, person-centered care and support to adults with intellectual, developmental, and/or physical disabilities in an adult day program. The DSP promotes independence, community inclusion, personal growth, and overall well-being by assisting participants with daily activities, life skills, recreational programming, and individualized goals in a safe and supportive environment.
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• Essential Functions

Client Support

• •Provide direct care and supervision to participants in accordance with their Individual Support Plan.
• •Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, toileting, grooming, eating, and mobility as needed.
• •Plan and facilitate recreational, educational, vocational, and social activities that encourage independence and community engagement.
• •Support participants during community outings and transportation while ensuring safety at all times.
• •Encourage development of communication, social, and independent living skills.
• •Monitor participants' health, behavior, and emotional well-being, reporting concerns to supervisors promptly.
• •Assist with meal preparation and ensure participants follow dietary guidelines.

Facility & Safety

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment.

Communication & Documentation

Maintain accurate documentation, including daily progress notes, incident reports, and attendance records.

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Additional Responsibilities

• •Build positive relationships with participants, families, coworkers, and community partners.
• •Follow all agency policies, state regulations, HIPAA requirements, and safety procedures, including emergency protocols.
• •Participate in required training, staff meetings, and professional development.

Requirements

• Skills & Qualifications
• •Valid driver’s license required. If using a personal vehicle to transport clients, must have proof of current auto insurance.
• •Patience, compassion, and integrity to ensure clients feel safe and respected.
• •Ability to exercise sound judgment, especially in crisis or emergency situations.
• •Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.
• •Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• •Physical stamina to assist with lifting or turning clients and ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds.
• •Manual dexterity to operate computer systems and complete documentation.
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• Additional Attributes
• •Commitment to a solution-focused, person-centered approach.
• •Ability to remain calm and clear-headed in stressful situations.
• •Comfortable collaborating with multiple departments and professionals.
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• Benefits (Full-Time Positions)
• •Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• •Long-term Disability Insurance
• Requirements
• •CNAs - $22.00 per hour
• •Experienced, Non Degree - High School Diploma / GED /Equivalent - $20.00 per hour
• •Full coverage auto insurance
• •Class E Driver's License - Company will reimburse cost where necessary.
• •Experience working with Blind and Non-Verbal, a plus.