Direct Support Professional-Alida's

Strive Colorado IDD Services; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Strive Colorado IDD Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional for Alida’s Vocational program. You will support individuals with disabilities in day program and community settings, including on-site work and community integration.

The role requires QMAP certification, a valid Colorado driver’s license, and willingness to work a schedule that includes farmers market activities and occasional weekends. Background checks are required to begin employment.

Qualifications

• Maintains QMAP certification in good standing.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to legally drive in Colorado.
• Background checks completed per guidelines.
• Must be 21 years of age or older for driving purposes.
• Medication administration experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with medications and treatments per policies.
• Provide supervision and support in day program and community settings.
• Support participation in farmers markets and weekend events as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain medical records per regulations.
• Complete duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

QMAP

Driver's license

Background check

21+

Job description

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• 8-00 am-5:00 pm Monday-Thursday, Friday 8:00 am-2:30 pm. (Schedule does fluctuate seasonally to support Farmers Market, and weekends in the summer)
• $17.85 hr.
• Must be 21 years of age or older for driving purposes
• All jobs contingent on passing a background check.

Strive is a non-profit organization authorized by the State of Colorado to provide community-based services and support to individuals with disabilities. Direct Support Professionals provide supervision and support to an individual with disabilities.

Alida’s Vocational Direct Support Professional will work with an individual in our day program (ALIDA’S) in a supported employment setting. This setting will provide community employment, on-site work support, and work skill development. The Vocational Direct Service Professional will work with multiple individuals in a group setting by a single individual one on one when needed or required. The Direct Support Professional will also be required to assist with Farmers Markets in the community on behalf of Alida’s, as well as some weekends during the peak season during the summer months,

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Job functions are considered essential (all individuals in this position must be able to complete these duties with or without reasonable accommodation) unless otherwise denoted in italic type. Duties noted in italic type may be reassigned by a supervisor.

MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION.

Maintains QMAP certification in good standing. Assists and supervises individuals in taking medications and completing treatments, in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Assures that medications are stored in accordance with applicable regulations and policies. Assures that medications (prescription and over the counter) are available in adequate supplies to meet individual needs. Assures that there is a current physician order for all medications and that the order is correctly reflected on the medication administration record. Completes counts on all medication as required. Assures medications are properly labeled and correctly disposes of expired or discontinued medications. Assures that medication records are accurate and complete. Maintains the first aid kits.

MEDICAL CARE/TREATMENT.

Assures that individuals receive appropriate and timely medical care and treatment (routine and emergency). Assures timely follow-through on all medical orders. Adheres to all individual care plans and protocols. Assures that medical records are maintained in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.

RESPONSE TO EMERGENCIES.

Recognizes and responds appropriately to medical, behavioral, and other emergencies as well as possible abuse, neglect, mistreatment, or exploitation. Accesses emergency support from supervisor, on‑call supervisor, or other administrative staff as appropriate and/or as required by policy. If necessary, arranges emergency medical transportation, and assures necessary information accompanies the individual. Makes appropriate notification, documents and reports emergencies as required by applicable policies, procedures and regulations supervisor, duty officer or other administrative staff as appropriate and/or as required by policy. If necessary, arranges emergency medical transportation, assures necessary information is available to medical professionals and accompanies individual if necessary. Makes appropriate notification, documents and reports emergencies as required by applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.

JOB TRAINING AND SUPPORT.

Assists individuals in adjusting to the work environment, trains individuals in job related tasks and job expectations, works alongside individual and reassures individuals as they carry out tasks. Assures individual have the skills required to successfully complete their tasks. Ensures services and supports are provided as specified in the Individuals Service Plan. Provides career and vocationally oriented activities at the w in the community.

CONTRACT ASSURANCE.

Assumes responsibility for overall contract compliance. Reviews contract and becomes well‑versed in specific provisions. Assures job requirements are completed according to uniform industry standards.

• EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES. Assures necessary supplies, tools and equipment are available to the job. Inventories supplies regularly, informs on‑site manager or supervisor of supply needs, completes purchase orders and purchases supplies as needed. Performs routine preventative maintenance and incidental repairs on equipment. Reports equipment needs or problems, coordinates major repairs, parts ordering and installation as needed.
• EMERGENCY AND SAFETY. Brings any unsafe working conditions to the attention of the supervisor. Routinely documents emergency drills and know and practice current evacuation plan.
• DAY HABILITATION. Assists individuals with the acquisition, retention, or improvement in self‑help, socialization, and adaptive skills to promote greater independence Assists in the implementation of specialized therapies as written and at the required frequency. Adheres to all therapy protocols (bathing, feeding, positioning, diet texture, etc.) Ensures services and supports are provided as specified in the Individuals Service Plan
• SERVICES AND SUPPORTS. Assists service and support specialist with annual assessment of individual strengths and needs, including making recommendations for goals and ISSP’s. Implements and documents ISSPs, Behavior Support Plans and other protocols as required. Monitors skill development and notifies service and support specialist of any needed changes. Functions as a member of each individual’s Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Assists in developing job/task analyses for targeted jobs or production activities.
• BEHAVIOR SERVICES AND SUPPORTS. Responds to and documents behaviors in accordance with established plans and MDS policies and procedures. Participates in the development of behavior support plans. Implements and documents behavior support plans and Safety Control plans as written and assigned. Assists individuals in learning to resolve disputes. Conducts in‑house problem‑solving meetings as necessary.
• SUPERVISION. Provides supervision of assigned individual in accordance with supervision requirements as noted in service plan. Assures personal safety of individual until they board appropriate vehicle or are met by other staff. Responds to and documents behaviors according to established plans. Conducts problem‑solving meetings as necessary Coordinates and assists individual in being on‑time to appointments and meetings.
• STAFF TRAINING. Provides training to floaters and relief staff to assure contract performance and Individual safety.
• COMMUNICATION. Maintains good relationship/regular dialogue with contract designee, community resources and service providers. Attends IDT’s, Department, and other meetings as requested.
• FACILITY REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE. Reports any observed problems with the condition of the building in a timely fashion. Submits work orders as needed. Facilitates minor repairs as able. Assures that appropriate cleanliness standards are met. Assures that necessary furnishings and equipment are purchased and maintained in good repair. Monitors, prompts, and assists individuals as necessary with routine chores.
• TRANSPORTATION. Transports individual as needed or required. Assures the safety of passengers by operating vehicles in a safe manner and according to STRIVE Transportation policies and procedures. Assures that vans or other agency vehicles are clean. Promptly reports any vehicle maintenance problems to the transportation department.
• OTHER DUTIES. Performs other duties as assigned.

Financial Accountability:

May be responsible for billing and collecting from vendors.

Nothing in this job description restricts the ability of STRIVE to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. This job description does not create a contract of employment. Employment with STRIVE is at-will and may be terminated at any time by STRIVE or the employee without cause or notice.

I have read this job description and understand that it is my responsibility to perform the duties listed as well as to complete New Employee Orientation (NEO) and meet competency standards, attend in-service training, and maintain licenses required by the job. I recognize my obligation to perform my duties in accordance with STRIVE policies and procedures. I further recognize that STRIVE requires that I respect client rights, maintain client confidentiality, and report client abuse.

Job Closes 11/27/2026

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS:

Work Environment: Job functions are performed with multiple and or single individuals when required. Job tasks may include and may involve travel and outdoor environments. Some job functions are performed in an office environment.

• Greeting Guest
• Taking orders
• Packing orders
• Complete transactions (use of cash register and card processor)
• Restock shelfs using FIFO (first in first out method)
• Daily cleaning (dusting, sweeping, watering plants…)
• Sorting, packing, and storing of produce
• Making Jams & Jellies, Syrups & Salsas
• Making and packing candies from dried fruits
• Kitchen clean up (washing dishes cleaning counters, sweeping, mopping, taking trash out ….)
• May travel to the farmers market and help with set up and sales.

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge/Licenses:

• 21 Years of Age
• Successful completion of core competency training
• Medication Administration/QMAP
• Satisfactory results from criminal background and reference checks per guidelines
• Valid driver’s license and able to legally drive in the State of Colorado.

Work Environment: Most job functions are performed in a residential setting but include limited travel and outdoor activities. Driving is required on a regular or frequent basis.

Overall Physical Requirements for vocational and day programs (must successfully complete Level 1 lifting assessment).

• Ability to lift, transfer or carry 12-25 lbs. infrequently, 25-50 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to stand/walk at least 45 minutes per hour, 75% of shift.
• Ability to push/pull l0 lbs. frequently, up to 50 lbs. infrequently.
• Ability to reach & stoop occasionally and to kneel and squat for up to 15 minutes occasionally.
• Ability to complete gross and fine motor activities with hands and fingers frequently.
• Ability to use vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.
• Depth perception that allows for judging distance and space.