Community-Based DSP: Empower Kids & Build Independence

KAHAK ID INC; New Meadows (ID); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kahak Health Services seeks a Community-Based Supports DSP to help children with developmental disabilities gain independence and participate in community activities. You will follow each child’s plan of service, reinforce skills in natural settings, and provide transportation to approved activities.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compassionate support in the child’s everyday life. Requirements include minimum 18 years old, six months of supervised relevant experience, competency

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Six months of supervised experience with children with developmental disabilities.
• Complete Department-approved competency coursework for Community-Based Supports.
• Receive instruction in needs of participant and follow the plan of service.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Satisfactorily complete an Idaho criminal history/background check.

Responsibilities

• Support the child's participation in community activities and events identified on their plan of service.
• Reinforce skills such as communication, socialization, personal care, mobility, relationship-building, and participation in leisure and community activities.
• Assist with activities of daily living and support skill development in natural community settings.
• Provide transportation to approved activities.
• Monitor for safety and maintain a healthy, safe environment for the individual and yourself.
• Follow each child's plan of service and complete required program documentation/progress notes for every visit.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication & teamwork

Ability to follow plan

Education

Competency coursework for Community-Based Supports

CPR and First Aid certification

Idaho background check clearance

Job description

Kahak Health Services seeks a Community-Based Supports DSP to help children with developmental disabilities gain independence and participate in community activities. You will follow each child’s plan of service, reinforce skills in natural settings, and provide transportation to approved activities.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compassionate support in the child’s everyday life. Requirements include minimum 18 years old, six months of supervised relevant experience, competency