Direct Support Professional (DSP) - 1331-30

Kalix Org; North Dakota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional, where your role will be pivotal in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. This position involves supporting clients in their daily living and employment skills, ensuring a high quality of life through community integration. You'll work collaboratively with a team, respecting individual choices and maintaining confidentiality. As a valued member of an inclusive organization, you’ll contribute to meaningful outcomes while fostering a safe and supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to uplift others, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to impact lives positively.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years or older and a student in good standing.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities in daily living and job skills.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for individuals.

Skills

Effective Communication

Reliability

Professionalism

Judgment Skills

Teaching Techniques for Disabilities

Physical Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Medication Administration

Transportation

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Residential - Independent Hab/Residential Hab

Schedule:

• Sun: 6a-2p
• Mon: 1:30p-2:30p
• Tue: 6a-2p
• Wed: 6a-2p

Hours: 25 hours per week

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities with their basic living, job, and social skills while integrating them into the community to the best of their ability. The DSP will work to achieve personal outcomes that characterize a high quality of life.

Essential Functions:

1. Performing and assisting people with basic living and employment skills as specified in plans.
2. Assisting people with personal cares as specified in service plans.
3. Assisting individuals with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly living and working environment.
4. Assisting and maintaining an individual’s schedule as needed.
5. Providing transportation as assigned.
6. Reporting all incidences of Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation.
7. Working as part of a team by demonstrating Agency values: Dependability, Adaptability, Professionalism, and Teamwork.
8. Utilizing a positive interaction style, treating people with respect and honoring choices.
9. Maintaining confidentiality of all people receiving services and protecting the confidentiality of their health information.
10. Administering medications, insulin, and tubing feeding as assigned and certified.
11. Encouraging menu planning and meal choices that follow recommended dietary guidelines and healthy choices.
12. Participating in staff training, in-service, and team meetings.
13. Assisting people with finances, budgeting, balancing checkbooks, and documenting purchases as assigned.
14. Collecting data to monitor or make progress towards personal objectives.
15. Performing all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 17 years or older and a student in good standing.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• A driving record that makes you insurable.
• Must complete a successful background check.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to be honest, reliable, dependable, and professional at all times.
• Ability to respond to people receiving services with dignity and respect.
• Ability to make sound, rational judgments regarding people receiving services.
• Ability to train and teach techniques utilized for people with disabilities.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Kalix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.