Direct Support Professional

Dutton Farm Inc.; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dutton Farm Inc. in Rochester, Michigan is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower adults with disabilities through hands-on activities such as animal care, gardening, art, and community outings.

You will support participants in achieving goals, maintain a safe environment, and document progress while building relationships and promoting independence. Work Monday to Friday with a schedule from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Must pass background checks
• Must be 18 years or older
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Direct Support: Help individuals in achieving goals and maximizing independence
• Ensure a safe environment and report concerns promptly
• Promote engagement in on-site programming and activities
• Assist participants in animal care, gardening, art, and hands-on experiences
• Teach and reinforce skills through meaningful activities
• Encourage positive social interactions and relationship-building
• Provide support with tasks and adapt activities as needed
• Assist with personal care (feeding, toileting) as required
• Warm meals when needed
• Build strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants
• Monitor and document individual goal progress
• Carry out additional support duties as assigned by leadership
• Administrative: Provide daily reports on participant progress
• Complete incident reports as requested by the Site Manager
• Maintain accurate daily logs in accordance with organizational policies
• Attend scheduled staff meetings

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Monday to Friday - 8:30AM to 3:30PM

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) empowers adults with disabilities through hands‑on experiences like animal care, gardening, art, and community activities—helping them build skills, confidence, and independence.

At Dutton Farm, we focus on structured, hands‑on learning to develop communication, social, and pre‑vocational skills. Our programs include on‑site activities and community outings such as volunteering and recreational experiences that promote independence, self‑advocacy, and social awareness.

Job Responsibilities:

Direct Support:

• Support individuals in achieving their goals and maximizing independence
• Ensure a safe environment and report concerns promptly
• Promote engagement in on‑site programming and activities
• Assist participants in animal care, gardening, art, and other hands‑on experiences
• Teach and reinforce appropriate skills through meaningful activities
• Encourage positive social interactions and relationship‑building
• Provide support with tasks and adapt activities as needed
• Assist with personal care (e.g., feeding, toileting) as required
• Warm meals when needed
• Build strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants
• Monitor and document individual goal progress
• Carry out additional support duties as assigned by leadership

Administrative:

• Provide daily reports on participant progress and achievements
• Complete incident reports as requested by the Site Manager
• Maintain accurate daily logs in accordance with organizational policies
• Attend scheduled staff meetings

Qualifications:

• Mission aligned
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• High school diploma required
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must pass background checks
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Maintain a professional demeanor with a focus on advocacy, respect, and demonstrating a strong work ethic
• Must be self‑motivated, reliable, dependable
• Strong ability to adapt and willingness to be flexible

Staff Values:

• Mission‑Driven
• Productive
• Dependable
• Collaborative
• Positive
• Responsible

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance