Employment Direct Support Professional (DSP2)

Community Care Network / Rutland Mental Health Services; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 27,896 - 28,585; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community Care Network / Rutland Mental Health Services is seeking a Level 2 Direct Support Professional to provide essential support to individuals with developmental disabilities. This role emphasizes individual strengths and interests, helping them maintain employment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and have a valid driver's license. A comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities are included.

The position offers a competitive pay range of $20.25-$20.75/hour, depending on experience, along with various benefits like health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in developmental services preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals so they can maintain employment.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Assist individuals in finding and retaining employment.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

About The Role

The Level 2 Direct Support Professional is an entry level position for which all training is provided. This position provides direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities so they can maintain employment. The DSP II works with individuals on identified goals emphasizing individuals’ strengths, abilities, and interests.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide direct support for assigned individuals so they can maintain employment.
• Identify individuals’ strengths, abilities, and interests, and develop a strategic plan to match career opportunities for individuals with local employers as required.
• Complete required documentation (i.e. daily data, service logs, timesheets, mileage sheet, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Implement appropriate support strategies as outlined in the ISA and Career Support Plan.
• Assist individuals in finding and retaining employment as necessary.
• Assist Service Coordinator in the development of employment goals as necessary.
• Provide career training to individuals within their employment site.
• Provide general education around supported employment to employers as needed.
• Provide transportation to individuals as necessary.
• Participate in regular supervision.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED required
• Previous experience in developmental services preferred.
• Commitment to community inclusion and individual choice.
• Proficiency with computers, experience entering data into electronic medical records (EMR) program.
• Flexibility, dependability, and ability to work independently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation with personal automobile liability insurance coverage at or above the levels mandated by the State of Vermont.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check after hire.

What’s In It For YOU

• Competitive Pay Range - $20.25-$20.75/hour (compensation is typically dependent upon experience)
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
• Career Training and Development
• Collaborative and engaging team meetings with supervision.

CCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.