Overnight Direct Support Professional - Make a Difference

Opportunity Resources Inc.; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportunity Resources Inc. in Missoula, MT is seeking a Direct Support Professional- Overnight to provide essential care for adults with disabilities. You will monitor safety, assist with bedtime routines, hygiene, and morning transitions, and support community integration while upholding dignity.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to work overnights (Thu-Sat options available). A high school diploma is preferred and Montana driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• No record of abuse/neglect or exploitation of others.
• Must have or obtain a valid Montana driver's license, have an acceptable driving record, be insurable and present proof of private auto insurance in compliance with Montana State law within 1 month of hire.
• Complete all required trainings within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support and supervision to individuals.
• Responds to individuals' changing needs.
• Maintains/Monitors the safety and cleanliness of home/apartment.
• Participates in assigned assessments, individualized planning, and skill training and behavioral deceleration programs, including recording data.
• Observes and reports all health and medical needs of the individuals to Supervisor and keeps parties informed of the individuals' well-being.
• Assists individuals in the self-administration of medications and keeps documentation as assigned.
• Assists individuals in arranging outings, in making purchases, and providing opportunities for community integration and inclusion.
• Assists individuals in menu planning, shopping, preparation of meals, and cleanup.
• Intervenes effectively in response to challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals served.
• Documents in Data Management System and reports suspected incidents of abuse, exploitation, and neglect to APS, the Director of Services and other appropriate agencies and individuals.
• Compose Incident Report in Data Management System that affect the Health and Safety of individuals served.
• Assist individuals with personal care as needed.
• Implements training curricula, activity plans and materials which promote the personal and social adjustment, work performance and community integration of individuals.
• Implement activities promoting community integration, social and leisure interests, health and wellbeing of individuals served.
• Accompanies and/or transports individuals to community events/outings, medical appointments and work.
• Ensures that inside and outside areas of homes are orderly and well kept.
• Identifies need for adaptive equipment and follows up on implementation.
• Conducts and documents fire drills and emergency procedures as necessary.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity Resources Inc. in Missoula, MT is seeking a Direct Support Professional- Overnight to provide essential care for adults with disabilities. You will monitor safety, assist with bedtime routines, hygiene, and morning transitions, and support community integration while upholding dignity.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to work overnights (Thu-Sat options available). A high school diploma is preferred and Montana driver’s license is required.