Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives Daily

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead meaningful, independent lives. You will support daily living activities, help clients achieve ISP goals, and promote autonomy and community involvement.

Join a mission-driven team that provides trauma-informed care, ongoing training, and opportunities across multiple service lines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass state and federal background screenings.
• Ability to read, write, and document in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and personal care.
• Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in their ISPs.
• Promote independence, self-advocacy, and personal choice.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and skill-building support in residential and community settings.
• Assist with medication administration following required training and agency protocols.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, recreational activities, family visits, and community events.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage community involvement.
• Monitor and respond to crisis situations and behavioral concerns.
• Complete required documentation, logs, and reports accurately and on time.
• Maintain a safe, trauma-informed environment for individuals served.]
• COMPANY NAME: Resources for Human Development
• KEY POINTS: Direct Support Professional, $18/hour, full-time, DailyPay, diverse service lines, community inclusion, training
• Resources for Human Development is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live independently. You will assist with daily living, support ISP goals, promote self-determination, and provide trauma-informed care in residential and community settings.
• Resources for Human Development offers paid training, DailyPay access to earned wages, and a comprehensive benefits package including insurance and retirement options. Join a mission-driven organization that values dignity, inclusion, and meaningful community participation.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Basic computer and internet skills

Job description

Resources for Human Development is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead meaningful, independent lives. You will support daily living activities, help clients achieve ISP goals, and promote autonomy and community involvement.

Join a mission-driven team that provides trauma-informed care, ongoing training, and opportunities across multiple service lines.