Empowering Direct Support Professional: Inspire Independence

Sunrise Community; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program and more.

Job summary

Sunrise Community is a large, private not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It offers growth opportunities and a supportive environment for employees.

The Direct Support role provides supervision and assistance to individuals to help them live valued lives in the community. Responsibilities include ensuring health and safety, implementing plans, and reporting any abuse or rights violations.

Qualifications

• Pre-employment background and drug screenings required.
• Valid driver's license with endorsements and at least 3 years driving experience.
• Basic computer skills required.
• High school diploma or equivalent if required by work location.
• Minimum one year of experience in human services if required by work location.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and reports any suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights.
• Provides support, assistance and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans.
• Ensures that each individual’s training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times.
• Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice.
• Follows positioning schedules, uses proper equipment and assistive devices per plan.
• Provides necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture and equipment.
• Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Background check

Basic computer skills

Experience in human services

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Sunrise Community is a large, private not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It offers growth opportunities and a supportive environment for employees.

The Direct Support role provides supervision and assistance to individuals to help them live valued lives in the community. Responsibilities include ensuring health and safety, implementing plans, and reporting any abuse or rights violations.