DSP - Community Direct Support

Santa Lucia; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Santa Lucia in Santa Fe, NM is seeking compassionate caregivers to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving independence and community involvement. You will engage in community-based activities, foster meaningful relationships, and promote a fulfilling lifestyle for those we serve.

Day-to-day duties include providing transportation and supervision, modeling appropriate behaviors, planning activities like movies, parks, and sports events, and helping with

Qualifications

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license requiredwithsatisfactory driving record.
• Experience: No prior experience necessary; we provide comprehensive training.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation and supervision.
• Model appropriate behaviors.
• Plan and participate in community activities (i.e. movies, bowling, parks, zoo visits, car rides, sporting events, etc.).
• Support individuals in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and assist with daily living skills.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

Santa Lucia is seeking compassionate and dedicated caregivers to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence and community involvement. This role offers the opportunity to engage in community-based activities, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a fulfilling lifestyle for those we serve.

What’s it like to be a caregiver at Santa Lucia?

On a typical day, you would:

• Provide transportation and supervision.
• Model appropriate behaviors.
• Plan and participate in community activities (i.e. movies, bowling, parks, zoo visits, car rides, sporting events, etc.).
• Support individuals in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and assist with daily living skills.

Qualifications

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license requiredwithsatisfactory driving record.
• Experience: No prior experience necessary; we provide comprehensive training.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug test, and I9.

Compensation

• $19.19 per hour

Available Schedules

• Tuesdays and Fridays 10:30am-4:30pm
• Tuesdays 9:30am-2pm
• Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30am-1pm
• Thursdays 10am-4pm

Why Choose Santa Lucia?

At Santa Lucia, we believe in empowering both our clients and our providers. By joining our team, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values growth, compassion, and community engagement. This position is an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain experience in the human services field and make a tangible difference in the lives of others.