Evening Direct Support Professional – Flexible Scheduling

Shore Community Services Inc.; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Shore Community Services Inc. seeks Direct Support Professionals to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in group homes.

Positions include Woods Drive and Market Street locations, Monday–Friday, 3pm–11pm, with reliable transportation required. The role also involves daily living support, community activities, medication administration, behavior management, documentation, and teamwork with case managers, therapists, and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing quality care and support.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities such as personal care, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Provide support with community integration activities, including transportation, shopping, and leisure pursuits.
• Facilitate communication and social interaction, promoting positive relationships.
• Assist with medication administration as directed by medical professionals.
• Implement behavior support plans to address challenging behaviors and promote positive outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary, following established protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of individual support, including incident reports, progress notes, and daily logs.
• Work collaboratively with other team members, including case managers, therapists, and family members, to ensure comprehensive support for individuals.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shore Community Services Inc. seeks Direct Support Professionals to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in group homes.

Positions include Woods Drive and Market Street locations, Monday–Friday, 3pm–11pm, with reliable transportation required. The role also involves daily living support, community activities, medication administration, behavior management, documentation, and teamwork with case managers, therapists, and families.