Direct Support Professional: Empower Independence & Growth

Practical Adult Insights; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Practical Adult Insights is seeking a Direct Support Professional in California to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves providing instruction in self-care, supporting clients in living independently, and helping them secure and maintain employment.

Qualified candidates will engage with clients to assess their needs, provide motivation, and ensure they take responsibility for their own care, working closely with other support professionals.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess and respond to client needs.
• Skills in guiding clients towards self-advocacy and responsibility for care.
• Qualifications may vary by state; some areas require certified training.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in self-care and independence.
• Work with other professionals to facilitate client care.
• Educate clients about community resources and self-advocacy.

Skills

Client assessment

Self-care instruction

Independence facilitation

Case management

Education

Completion of required training program

Background check (if required)

Job description

Practical Adult Insights is seeking a Direct Support Professional in California to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves providing instruction in self-care, supporting clients in living independently, and helping them secure and maintain employment.

Qualified candidates will engage with clients to assess their needs, provide motivation, and ensure they take responsibility for their own care, working closely with other support professionals.