Direct Support Professional

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Michigan; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Michigan is seeking a dedicated support specialist to assist individuals in participating in activities and developing life skills, based in Monroe, MI. You will provide one-on-one support, maintain activity documentation, and report progress to Workforce staff, while ensuring safety and positive relationships with families and community partners.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, First Aid/CPR/AED within 30 days, and a valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire; training provided in-house.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; cell phone required.

Responsibilities

• Provides one‑on‑one support to help individuals build interpersonal and other life skills as outlined in each person's PCP or individualized employment plan.
• Maintains documentation of individual activities and submits reports to appropriate Workforce staff.
• Reports weekly to the Workforce Manager on the progress of assigned individuals receiving services.
• Assists Goodwill Industries in maintaining positive relationships with families, guardians, and community partners.
• Follows and implements all applicable safety laws, regulations, and policies to ensure the safety of individuals in the program, Goodwill staff, transportation services and community activities.
• Completes accident reports, unusual occurrence reports and/or CMH incident report immediately.
• Assists with planning and implementing daily activities.
• Provides personal care for some participants.
• Transports participants on outings using Goodwill vehicles.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Reporting

Safety awareness

Driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary:

Provides support to help individuals participate in activities and develop life skills.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides one‑on‑one support to help individuals build interpersonal and other life skills as outlined in each person's PCP or individualized employment plan.
2. Maintains documentation of individual activities and submits reports to appropriate Workforce staff.
3. Reports weekly to the Workforce Manager on the progress of assigned individuals receiving services.
4. Assists Goodwill Industries in maintaining positive relationships with families, guardians, and community partners.
5. Follows and implements all applicable safety laws, regulations, and policies to ensure the safety of individuals in the program, Goodwill staff, transportation services and community activities.
6. Completes accident reports, unusual occurrence reports and/or CMH incident report immediately.
7. Assists with planning and implementing daily activities.
8. Provides personal care for some participants.
9. Transports participants on outings using Goodwill vehicles.
10. Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Education and/or Experience:

A high school diploma or GED is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience working with individuals with disabilities is helpful. The incumbent must: Obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire; training is provided in‑house.

• Have an acceptable driving record.
• Have or be able to obtain a valid chauffeur's license.
• Have a cell phone.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must be able to bend, stretch, reach, and lift up to 40 pounds.