Direct Support Professional

Peckham, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Inc. in Charlotte, MI is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide a supportive, family-like environment for six adult men with developmental disabilities.

The role ensures compliance with Adult Foster Care licensing and safety procedures to create a safe, caring living environment. You will maintain records, assist with personal care, and promote independence while coordinating activities and transportation to appointments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 1 month of experience.
• Must maintain an unrestricted Michigan driver’s license and possess a satisfactory driving record per the company auto insurance.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations 40% of the time.
• Ability to obtain First Aid, CPR, trainings.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Adult Foster Care licensing rules and Peckham/House guidelines and HUD guidelines, including safety drills.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and confidentiality with residents.
• Maintain resident records and logs including assessment plans, activity logs, and medication administration records.
• Promote independence, self-direction, and positive social skills among residents.
• Provide transportation to appointments and community activities.
• Assist with personal care and supervise residents as described in care plans.
• Coordinate growth opportunities and involvement in educational, employment, and day programs.
• Foster family-like relationships with residents and their relatives.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Travel offsite

First Aid/CPR training eligibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Peckham Inc. - Direct Support Professional

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.*

*To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences*

SUMMARY

Direct Support Professional will provide a family atmosphere to six adult men with developmental disability. This position will be responsible for following compliance standards for Adult Foster Care licensed facilities and ensure a safe and caring environment for residents. Direct Care Staff must have the stamina to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each resident.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with Adult Foster Care licensing rules, CMH policies and guidelines, House Guidelines, Peckham/House of Ruth handbooks, HUD guidelines (including performance of safety drills such as fire, tornado, electrical, flood, etc).
• Demonstrate sensitivity and compassion with residents including appropriate confidentiality practices
• Maintain records such as resident person-centered plan updates, daily activity logs, House log notes/daily logs/CMH log notes, medication administration records, count controlled substances, safety drills, incidents, meal preparation sheets, and case notes etc.
• Promote and encourage cooperation, self-esteem, self-direction, independence and normalization in all interactions with residents
• Provide opportunity for resident development of positive social skills
• Supervise, protect, and assist with resident personal care as specified in the resident assessment plan
• As specified in the resident assessment plan, provide direction and opportunity for growth and development of independence; including involvement in educational, employment and day programs
• Promote/plan and facilitate resident leisure and recreational opportunities including community-based activities
• Foster resident relationships and a sense of family to include relatives and friends
• Meal preparation in compliance with dietary considerations
• Dispense medications as prescribed
• Monitor sleep hours for resident safety and accountability
• Housekeeping, general home maintenance, and laundry
• Transport residents to appointments, and other activities
• Oversee any required rehabilitation exercises
• Communicate with parents/guardians as appropriate
• Prepare HUD, Adult Foster Care License and Community Mental Health paperwork and reports

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Promote Peckham’s vision values and services to all customers and stakeholders
• Assist in maintaining organizational wide quality standards
• Other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED Or 1 months of experience
• Must maintain an unrestricted Michigan driver’s license and possess a satisfactory driving record per the company auto insurance
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to travel to offsite locations 40% of the time
• Ability to obtain First Aid, CPR, company and group home curriculum trainings

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position involves frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, and engaging in physical play. Tasks may also include occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs), carrying, running, and moving furniture, as well as light cleaning activities like sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. Employees will frequently communicate with and actively supervise others, requiring strong coordination. The work environment is dynamic, with frequent exposure to noise, active settings, and occasional use of cleaning agents. Conditions may involve rare exposure to temperature changes, confined spaces, or allergens.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.

PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:

• Email us [e-mail] (mailto:[e-mail]?subject=Reasonable%20Accommodation%20for%20Applying)
• Call us at [phone]
• Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)

Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Business Line:

Human Services

Location:

Charlotte, MI

Worker Sub-Type:

Staff Member