Direct Support Professional

GoldStar Learning Options; Denver (CO); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GoldStar Learning Options is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide on-site, full-time support in Denver, CO. You will assist with daily living activities, implement individualized support plans, and promote independence in home, community, and program settings.

The role emphasizes documenting services, maintaining safety, collaborating with families, and following agency policies and training guidelines to support individuals with intellectual and developmental differences.

Formación

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for working with individuals, families, and team members.
• Ability to learn and apply support strategies and follow individualized plans.
• Experience in direct support or caregiving and familiarity with person-centered practices.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct care and daily living assistance in home, community, and program settings.
• Implement individualized support plans and promote skill development and independence.
• Document services, maintain safety, and collaborate with families and team members.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Human Services

Documentation

Safety Procedures

Flexibility

Educación

High school diploma

Degree in Human Services/ Psychology/ Education preferred

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

GoldStar Learning Options is dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals and families with intellectual and developmental differences. The organization serves people of all ages and across a wide range of diagnoses, focusing on maximizing strengths and abilities. Services are designed to help each person achieve their greatest potential and discover their unique purpose in life. GoldStar Learning Options emphasizes person-centered support, collaboration with families, and meaningful community inclusion.

Role Description

The Direct Support Professional is a full-time, on-site role based in Denver, CO. This role provides direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental differences in home, community, and program settings. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized support plans, and promoting skill development and independence. The Direct Support Professional will help individuals participate in community activities, provide consistent encouragement, and support social and communication growth. The role also involves documenting services, maintaining safety, collaborating with families and team members, and following agency policies and training guidelines.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Human Services and a foundational understanding of Intellectual Disabilities.
• Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and Communication abilities for working with individuals, families, and team members.
• Candidates should possess Training-related skills, including the ability to learn and apply support strategies and follow individualized plans.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include experience in direct support or caregiving, knowledge of person-centered practices, and familiarity with behavioral support strategies.
• Ability to maintain documentation, follow safety procedures, and adhere to ethical and professional standards in a support setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or degree in Human Services, Psychology, Education, or related field is preferred.
• Reliable transportation to the Denver, CO worksite and flexibility to work varying shifts as needed.