Community Integration Specialist (CIS) / Medical Direct Support Professional (DSP)

UCP; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Odyssey in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a Community Integration Specialist (CIS) / Medical Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living meaningful, self-directed lives.

Responsibilities include direct support, learning activities, health-related procedures under supervision, and maintaining documentation while protecting participant rights and dignity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered supervision and instruction that promotes independence and dignity.
• Develop and facilitate individualized learning, social, pre-vocational, and community-based activities.
• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (hygiene, toileting, dressing, eating, mobility).
• Implement PCPs, individualized goals, and behavior support strategies as applicable.
• Ensure participant safety during transport and daily activities.
• Perform delegated health care tasks under authorized direction and in accordance with physician orders and policy.
• Complete accurate progress notes and medical records; observe and report health changes.
• Protect participant rights, privacy, and confidentiality.

Skills

Clear communication

Person-centered support

Documentation

Organization

Professional boundaries

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Some college

Job description

# Community Integration Specialist/ Medical Direct Support Professional (DSP) (2760)Hot JobOdyssey - Rancho Cordova, CA 95670## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $24.00 HourlyLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelNoneTravel PercentageNoneCategoryNonprofit - Social Services## Community Integration Specialist (CIS) / Medical DSP**Position Summary**The Community Integration Specialist (CIS) / Medical Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, self-directed lives. Under the direction of the Program Manager, the CIS/DSP provides direct support, teaching, coaching, and facilitation to help participants engage in meaningful activities aligned with their Person-Centered Plans (PCP).In addition to core direct support responsibilities, the CIS/DSP supports participants with specialized health care needs and performs authorized health-related procedures. The position works in coordination with UCP’s licensed nursing staff and follows applicable physician orders, individualized health care plans, agency procedures, and regulatory requirements.**Essential Functions*** Provide person-centered individual and group supervision and instruction that promotes independence, choice, dignity, inclusion, communication, social engagement, and progress toward PCP goals.* Develop and facilitate individualized learning, social, pre-vocational, and community-based activities.* Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, dressing, eating, mobility, lifting, transferring, and positioning.* Implement PCPs, individualized goals, and non-aversive behavior support strategies, as applicable.* Ensure participant safety, including during vehicle loading/unloading and while following dietary orders.* Perform delegated health care tasks and specialized procedures under authorized direction and in accordance with physician orders, agency policy, and applicable regulations.* Assist with medication administration or support in accordance with authorized direction and agency requirements.* Complete accurate and timely progress notes, incident reports, medical documentation, and other required records.* Observe and promptly report changes in participant health, behavior, safety, or well-being.* Protect participant rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.* Maintain regular and predictable attendance and participate in required meetings and training.* Provide direct care support to other programs as needed.## Qualifications**Required Education and Experience*** High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.* Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.**Licenses and Certifications*** Current CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within the timeframe established by UCP.**Conditions of Employment*** Successfully complete DOJ fingerprint clearance and all other required pre-employment screening requirements.* Must complete **40 hours of required medical training within the first year of employment** and demonstrate competency in delegated health care procedures under the direction of the LVN/Registered Nurse. Training may include, but is not limited to, G-tube, catheter, and colostomy care.**Required Skills and Abilities*** Clear, professional, and respectful communication.* Ability to provide person-centered support that promotes participant choice, independence, dignity, and inclusion.* Strong organization and accurate, timely documentation.* Professional interpersonal skills and appropriate boundaries.* Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.* Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging or high-stress situations.