Direct Support Professional (DSP) QMAP

ATTUF Group LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and onboarding

Career advancement opportunities

Consistent, dependable schedule

Job summary

Attuf Group in Denver, CO is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide daily living support, skill development, and community integration for participants with IDD. The role includes assisting with personal care, documenting progress, and facilitating recreation within a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities include medication administration where certified, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and documenting health or behavioral changes to support

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and adaptability.
• Must have QMAP certification or be eligible for higher pay with certification.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to pass background checks.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record for community outings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct daily living support, skill development, and community integration for participants.
• Assist with personal care and safe medication administration when certified.
• Document progress and health/behavioral changes for progress notes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans.
• Observe participant progress and assist with activities to promote inclusion.

Skills

Strong communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

QMAP certification

Job description

About Us

At Attuf Group, we’re dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our compassionate team fosters community inclusion, promotes dignity, and empowers self-determination through tailored support services.

Role Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll provide direct daily living support, skill development, and community integration for participants. You'll assist in personal care, facilitate recreation, safely administer medications, and document progress—all within a respect-driven, nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care: hygiene, grooming, meals, and qualified medication administration
• Support daily living skills: budgeting, meal prep, housekeeping
• Facilitate community access: appointments and recreational activities
• Encourage social, educational, and emotional growth Implement individualized plans and behavior supports
• Observe and document participant progress and any health or behavioral changes
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (case managers, therapists, families, supervisors
• Uphold safety standards and agency protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP) certification (required for higher end of pay range)
• ≥18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent (some roles may require additional education)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record (for community outings)
• Ability to pass background/criminal record checks
• Physical capability: lifting, kneeling, bending as needed
• Basic CPR/First Aid certification – must obtain within 30 days of hire
• Strong communication, adaptability, and cultural sensitivities

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with IDD, mental health, or caregiving
• Postsecondary coursework or certification in human services

Schedule & Hours

• Location: Denver, CO
• Status: Part-Time (20 hours per week)
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM (4 hours per day)

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $18.00 – $24.00 per hour (higher end of pay range designated for QMAP-certified candidates)
• Paid training and onboarding
• Career advancement and ongoing professional development opportunities

Why Join Attuf Group?

• Make a tangible difference in individuals’ lives
• Supportive and inclusive culture
• Position yourself for career growth in human services
• Consistent, dependable schedule to fit your life