Direct Support Specialist — Day & Residential Services

Columbus Community Center; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical / Dental / Vision

Life Insurance & Supplemental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) w/ Employer Contribution

A Diverse Workforce

Ability to accomplish something great

Job summary

Columbus Foundation, Inc. in Salt Lake City is seeking a Direct Support Professional to supervise and support individuals with disabilities in a day program and morning residential sessions.

You will implement training, assist with ADLs, accompany clients to community activities, and ensure safety while adhering to health and safety standards. A valid driver’s license and willingness to transport clients are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• One year of experience is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
• Must pass an initial criminal background and then annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of assigned individuals.
• Implement vocational and behavioral training for assigned individuals.
• Conduct assigned daily activities.
• Support individuals while attending community activities and events.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in your care.
• Assist individuals with their activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Lift and transfer individuals as needed.
• Enter individual’s data in Therap each day.
• Drive individuals to activities and to/from home.
• Follow all compliance requirements of position.
• Medication distribution per protocol.
• Transport clients between locations.
• Light cleaning / tidying up.
• Assisting clients with hygiene including toileting & showering.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Columbus Foundation, Inc. in Salt Lake City is seeking a Direct Support Professional to supervise and support individuals with disabilities in a day program and morning residential sessions.

You will implement training, assist with ADLs, accompany clients to community activities, and ensure safety while adhering to health and safety standards. A valid driver’s license and willingness to transport clients are required.