Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Day Services

Opportunity Enterprises, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Time Off

Partial Holiday Pay

Pay On Demand Option

FSA accounts

Casual Fridays

Job summary

Opportunity Enterprises, Inc. in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a Direct Support Professional to aid in implementing instructional plans, care, and activities for clients.

The role involves delivering supervision, helping clients achieve personal goals, assisting with personal care, and keeping the facility clean and safe. A high school diploma and experience with the developmentally disabled population are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication and listening skills required.
• Strong organization and time management abilities.
• Service orientation with active listening and monitoring of clients.

Responsibilities

• Execute Curriculum Program per program schedule.
• Provide supervision and active treatment through program and assist clients in achieving goals.
• Assist with the personal care needs of adults enrolled in services.
• Perform housekeeping duties to keep facility and equipment clean and sanitary.
• Intervene in crisis situations and complete necessary documentation when required.
• Demonstrate teamwork with staff and clients served in the agency.
• Administer assessments for clients as directed by supervisors.
• Provide medication administration to clients on a routine or as-needed basis, if applicable.
• Keep trainings and Behavior Support Plans current.
• Transport and supervise clients during agency activities; may use personal vehicle.
• Cross-train in all day services programs to provide relief.
• All other duties as assigned by director.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Client monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Experience with developmentally disabled population

Job description

Description

The Direct Support Professional aids in the implementation of instructional plans, care, and activities for clients served in assigned areas.

Responsibilities

• Execute Curriculum Program per program schedule.
• Provide supervision and active treatment through program and assist clients in achieving goals.
• Assist with the personal care needs of adults enrolled in services.
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties as assigned to ensure facility and equipment are clean and sanitary.
• Intervene in crisis situations and complete the necessary documentation, if necessary.
• Demonstrate teamwork with staff and clients served in the agency.
• Administer assessments for clients served as directed by QIDPs, Nursing, or Program Specialists.
• Provide medication administration to clients on a routine or "as needed" basis, if applicable.
• Keep current on all trainings and Behavior Support Plans.
• Transport and supervise clients during agency-sponsored and agency-based activities, if necessary. On occasion, staff may need to use their own vehicle.
• Staff may be cross-trained in all day services programs to provide relief, if necessary.
• All other duties as assigned by director.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting, standing, bending and lifting
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to lift up to 125 pounds, with assistance, at times

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Experience with developmentally disabled population

Benefits to all Employees:

• Accrued Time Off
• Partial Holiday Pay
• Partial Paid Birthday off!
• Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
• Employee referral program
• Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
• FSA accounts
• Paid Mileage
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Extensive training
• Flexible Hours
• CPR/First Aid training

Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:

• 401K w/ 5% company matching
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid day off on Birthday!
• PTO
• Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
• HSA Accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises

Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting, standing, bending and lifting
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to lift up to 125 pounds, with assistance, at times

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Experience with developmentally disabled population