Independent Living Support Specialist

Community Systems, Inc.; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Systems, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help people with disabilities live self-directed lives in their own homes and communities. The DSP will provide day-to-day support, teach skills, and accompany clients to appointments, while documenting activities in accordance with CSI policies.

The role requires promoting dignity and independence, delivering mission-aligned services, and collaborating with families and care teams in a compliant, respectful manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Satisfactory criminal, driving and employment history per CSI policy.
• Functional literacy in math and reading.
• Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement CSI mission while empowering each person supported to direct his or her own life.
• Develop and maintain a positive and effective relationship with persons supported.
• Provide opportunities for learning new skills and life experiences.
• Teach and role-model appropriate social behavior.
• Provide supports to people by assisting in the development and implementation of their vision statement and support plans, including personal growth and daily living choices.
• Support each person’s optimal health, including administering medications and attending medical appointments.
• Ensure that people are supported to exercise their rights.
• Respectfully assist each person with maintaining a clean and safe home reflecting their preferences.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications and trainings.
• Maintain optimal communication with the team, family, guardians and other stakeholders.
• Assist each person with money management while safeguarding funds.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Adhere to CSI policies and procedures to ensure safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in a related field

Job description

Community Systems, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help people with disabilities live self-directed lives in their own homes and communities. The DSP will provide day-to-day support, teach skills, and accompany clients to appointments, while documenting activities in accordance with CSI policies.

The role requires promoting dignity and independence, delivering mission-aligned services, and collaborating with families and care teams in a compliant, respectful manner.