Direct Support Professional - Help Others Thrive

STRiVE; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

STRiVE in Grand Junction, Colorado, seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide community-based support and daily caregiving to individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include helping with meals, personal care, transportation, and community activities while promoting health and independence.

The role requires compassion, a valid driver's license, the ability to drive, background screening, and willingness to obtain QMAP/CPR training.

Qualifications

• Listen attentively and assist people with daily routines.
• Assist with meals, personal hygiene, and community activities.
• Must be able to drive and have a valid driver's license.
• Provide health monitoring, medication administration, and daily documentation with training support.

Responsibilities

• Provide community support and daily caregiving to individuals served.
• Assist with meals, personal hygiene, and routines.
• Support transportation to activities, work, and appointments.
• Document health information and coordinate with supervisors.

Skills

Driving

Listening

Communication

Assistance with daily activities

Tools

QMAP Certification

CPR

Vital Signs training

Job description

STRiVE in Grand Junction, Colorado, seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide community-based support and daily caregiving to individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include helping with meals, personal care, transportation, and community activities while promoting health and independence.

The role requires compassion, a valid driver's license, the ability to drive, background screening, and willingness to obtain QMAP/CPR training.