Empowering Direct Support Specialist for Community Living

Sunrise Community of Northeast Florida, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Community of Northeast Florida, Inc. is seeking a dedicated direct support professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living valued lives within the community.

The role emphasizes supervision, support, and collaboration with plans to promote independence and dignity. Responsibilities include reporting, ensuring health and safety, and maintaining documentation per regulations.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete required pre-employment background and drug screenings.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent if required by work location.
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location.
• Direct support roles within this organization are mandated reporters; must report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that they are involved in or witness

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 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

Job description

Sunrise Community of Northeast Florida, Inc. is seeking a dedicated direct support professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living valued lives within the community.

The role emphasizes supervision, support, and collaboration with plans to promote independence and dignity. Responsibilities include reporting, ensuring health and safety, and maintaining documentation per regulations.