Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Program

PARKER PERSONAL CARE HOMES INC; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid vacation and sick time

Holidays and floating holidays

401k with matching contributions

Job summary

Parker Personal Care Homes, Inc. (PPCH) is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to support our day program members in Lakewood, CO.

You’ll provide meaningful services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promote independence, and help with daily living activities. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, a competitive pay range from $20.00 to $22.00 per hour, a sign-on bonus (excluding internal candidates), and full-time benefits including paid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of PPCH training.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or other similar software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful, educational, and supportive services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving community-based services.
• Promote program members’ independence, physical and emotional well-being, and sense of community through activities such as volunteering, recreation, and community education.
• Support members’ behavioral needs using individualized redirection and deescalation techniques.
• Assist members in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal care and hygiene or moving to and from a wheelchair as needed.
• Transport members between their homes and community activities.
• Document members’ participation and progress toward personal goals per their person-centered plan.
• Comply with PPCH policies and state and federal regulations.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Program

Full Time Lakewood, CO, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly

No Experience Needed! We Will Train!

Competitive Pay!

Hiring Bonus! (excluding internal candidates)

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Entry level / Early career position that can lead to a rewarding career

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Direct Support Professionals teach, encourage, and support people with disabilities to live rewarding lives

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - Day Program

Direct Support Professionals play an important role within our organization and in the lives of the individuals we serve. PPCH is currently looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support our day program members in a variety of community settings. Thrive as a caregiver and each day you’ll:

• provide meaningful, educational, and supportive services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving community-based services
• promote program members’ independence, physical and emotional well-being, and sense of community through a variety of activities such as volunteering, recreation, and community education
• support members’ behavioral needs using individualized redirection and deescalation techniques
• assist members in services with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed, including personal care and hygiene or moving to and from a wheelchair
• transport members between their homes and community activities
• document members’ participation and progress towards personal goals according to their person-centered support plan
• comply with all PPCH policies and the rules and regulations of all State and Federal oversight agencies
• maintain respectful and professional relationships with our members receiving services, guardians, family members, team members, and other staff members
• attend PPCH team, staffing, and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed

and so much more…

What You’ll Need

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• To successfully complete the required training provided by PPCH
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite or other similar software is required
• Must be able to document all services provided in PPCH systems, as trained
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is used
• Must be able to respectfully address issues of health and safety while supporting an individual’s choices and maintaining their dignity
• Able to work and adhere to your schedule independently with little or no direct supervision, holding yourself accountable to deadlines and expectations
• A current, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to meet PPCH’s driving requirements

Bonus Points for Having

• Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Experience using redirection and deescalation techniques to support individuals with intensive behavioral needs
• Experience working within the Colorado Developmental Disabilities system
• Experience safely operating a 12-passenger van

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work will be performed in a variety of community settings, both indoors and outdoors, and involves walking and standing for extended periods of time
• Work involves physically assisting others, including pushing and/or pulling individuals who use wheelchairs or other assistive devices, transferring individuals with mobility needs, and assisting with daily living activities
• Work involves transporting program members throughout the Denver metro area each day, including driving wheelchair-accessible passenger vans
• Frequent lifting or carrying of approximately 15 pounds and occasional lifting, moving, or transferring of up to 75 pounds

You’ll Get

SIGN-ON BONUS! (excluding internal candidates)

Hiring Range: Starting at $20.00 per hour

Benefits for Full-time Employees

• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• Six paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• 401k with matching contributions when eligible

and more…

The above information is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications of this job.

Who We Are

The PPCH mission is to build an inclusive and supportive community for the people we serve.

Founded in 1995, Parker Personal Care Homes (PPCH) has supported people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the Colorado Front Range for almost 30 years.

As an organization that takes pride in the community we’ve created, we are determined to remain true to our core values of:

Community - Innovative Thinking - Individualized Approach – Family - Acceptance and Equality – Compassion - Personal Growth

Our goal is to maintain a culture of happiness, career satisfaction, and personal growth - all while providing excellent services to our customers. We provide extensive training and hands-on learning opportunities, excellent benefits, competitive pay, and career paths for people who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Learn more about PPCH at: www.parkerpch.com

Parker Personal Care Homes, Inc. (PPCH) is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, inclusivity, and wage equity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, organ donors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

PPCH uses E-verify.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by email, include the job title and number and confirm your request for an accommodation to [e-mail] [e-mail] . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a PPCH employee and routed to a recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.