Impactful Direct Support Professional - Carrollton IDD

State of Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia, Pathways Center in Carrollton, is seeking a Direct Support Professional for the IDD program. Shifts run 12 hours from 9:00 to 21:00 or 21:00 to 09:00, with every other weekend off, supporting recreation, socialization and vocational activities based on individual plans.

The role provides personal care, supervision, and skill-building in daily living, with responsibilities including monitoring progress, ISP participation, transportation, and crisis response as needed.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with developmentally disabled individuals in a human services organization.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct personal care and supervision to individuals with IDD in residential, facility-based, or community settings as needed.
• Teaches basic life skills and supports participation in ISP meetings and reviews.
• Documents client progress and observations daily; alerts team to changes in condition.
• Assists with development of individualized service plans and plans for continuing services.
• Provides transportation to community outings and coordinates medical needs as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

State of Georgia, Pathways Center in Carrollton, is seeking a Direct Support Professional for the IDD program. Shifts run 12 hours from 9:00 to 21:00 or 21:00 to 09:00, with every other weekend off, supporting recreation, socialization and vocational activities based on individual plans.

The role provides personal care, supervision, and skill-building in daily living, with responsibilities including monitoring progress, ISP participation, transportation, and crisis response as needed.