Direct Support Professional

Progressive Lifestyles; Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,468 - 27,727; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Lifestyles in Waterford Charter Township is seeking dedicated Direct Supports Professionals to provide exceptional care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Candidates should demonstrate compassion, patience, and a commitment to a positive and supportive environment.

The role involves assisting with daily self-care tasks, implementing individual care plans, and maintaining a clean and safe living space. Valid driver’s license and willingness to work flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• Desire to be proactive and promote a positive experience for others.
• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assisting individuals in our care with daily self‑care needs.
• Implementing individual's programs and leisure activities.
• Distributing medications in accordance with established protocols.
• Promoting a clean and safe environment including light housekeeping.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Relational skills

Job description

Job Details

Location: Oakland County - Waterford Twp, MI 48327

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $17.13 - $17.13 Hourly

Job Shift: All

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Flexible scheduling required; may include morning, afternoon, overnight, and weekend shifts as needed. Progressive Lifestyles, Inc. provides direct care services 24/7 to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We are looking for relationally-driven individuals with an upbeat attitude. Candidates must be willing to participate in hands‑on care tasks unique to each individual served, and open to embracing Progressive Lifestyles’ philosophy of Gentle Teaching in all interactions inside or outside the individual's home.

To be successful as a Direct Supports Professional, candidates should be patient, compassionate, and consistently arrive on time for assigned shifts. They should remain positive, adapt to occasional surprises, build positive relationships with intentionality, and subscribe to a Culture of Gentleness across Progressive Lifestyles.

Essential Activities

• Assisting individuals in our care with daily self‑care needs.
• Implementing individual's programs and leisure activities in alignment with the established Individual Plan of Service.
• Distributing medications in accordance with established protocols.
• Documenting medication provisions, caregiving tasks completed, activities, and reporting on goal progress in the Electronic Health Record.
• Promoting a clean and safe environment in the home, including light housekeeping tasks as assigned.
• Transportation of people supported in the company van to doctor appointments, recreational outings, and Day Program.
• Attending mandatory meetings and in‑service trainings.

Qualifications

• Desire to be proactive and promote a positive experience for others.
• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Ability to communicate promptly verbally and in writing, and via communication tools utilized.
• Ability to independently operate personal computers and related digital devices.
• Ability to travel in the community or to predetermined locations pertinent to the job role and scheduled activities of Progressive Lifestyles.