Impactful Direct Support Professional: Hands-On Care

Dutton Farm Inc.; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dutton Farm Inc. in Rochester, Michigan is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower adults with disabilities through hands-on activities such as animal care, gardening, art, and community outings.

You will support participants in achieving goals, maintain a safe environment, and document progress while building relationships and promoting independence. Work Monday to Friday with a schedule from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Must pass background checks
• Must be 18 years or older
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Direct Support: Help individuals in achieving goals and maximizing independence
• Ensure a safe environment and report concerns promptly
• Promote engagement in on-site programming and activities
• Assist participants in animal care, gardening, art, and hands-on experiences
• Teach and reinforce skills through meaningful activities
• Encourage positive social interactions and relationship-building
• Provide support with tasks and adapt activities as needed
• Assist with personal care (feeding, toileting) as required
• Warm meals when needed
• Build strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants
• Monitor and document individual goal progress
• Carry out additional support duties as assigned by leadership
• Administrative: Provide daily reports on participant progress
• Complete incident reports as requested by the Site Manager
• Maintain accurate daily logs in accordance with organizational policies
• Attend scheduled staff meetings

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Dutton Farm Inc. in Rochester, Michigan is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower adults with disabilities through hands-on activities such as animal care, gardening, art, and community outings.

You will support participants in achieving goals, maintain a safe environment, and document progress while building relationships and promoting independence. Work Monday to Friday with a schedule from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.