Part Time Afternoon Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult IDD Day Program

Wellspring & Co.; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellspring Community in Castle Rock, CO is hiring a Part Time Afternoon Direct Support Professional (DSP) for an Adult IDD Day Program. The role focuses on supporting participants with daily activities, learning, and social interaction in a supportive, compassionate environment.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–4:30 PM, totaling approximately 22.5 hours per week. The DSP will assist with ADLs, engage participants in activities, and help maintain a welcoming program space while adhering to

Qualifications

• Dependable, punctual and ready to contribute daily.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Strong communication and basic documentation skills.
• Patient, compassionate, and respectful of individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support participants during morning arrival, classes, daily activities, and lunch.
• Assist with activities of daily living, social interactions and emotional support.
• Help teachers with classroom activities, transitions and cleanup.
• Provide classroom coverage and lead activities using lesson plans.
• Safely transport participants in a 15-passenger van for routes and activities.
• Complete participant documentation and incident reports accurately and on time.
• Help maintain clean, organized program spaces.
• Communicate effectively with participants, coworkers and leadership.
• Attend scheduled team and all-staff meetings.

Job description

Part Time Afternoon Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult IDD Day Program

Part-Time Afternoon Program Support

Wellspring Community | Castle Rock, CO

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–4:30 PM
Hours: Approximately 22.5 hours per week

Position Overview

Wellspring Community is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and proactive individual to join our Day Program team! This position provides hands‑on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), helping them engage in meaningful activities, build relationships, and develop independence.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with people, takes initiative, and is comfortable stepping into different responsibilities throughout the day. No two days are exactly alike!

Key Responsibilities

• Support participants during morning arrival, classes, daily activities, and lunch.


• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), social interactions, and emotional support as needed.


• Help teachers with classroom activities, preparation, transitions, and cleanup.


• Provide classroom coverage and occasionally lead activities using established lesson plans.


• Safely transport participants in a 15‑passenger van for morning routes and community activities.


• Complete required participant documentation and incident reports accurately and on time.


• Help maintain clean, organized, and welcoming program spaces.


• Communicate effectively with participants, coworkers, and leadership.


• Participate in scheduled team and all‑staff meetings.

What We're Looking For

• Dependable, punctual, and ready to contribute each day.


• Self‑motivated with the ability to recognize needs and take initiative.


• Strong communication and basic documentation skills.


• Patient, compassionate, and respectful of individuals with disabilities.


• Flexible and comfortable adjusting to changing priorities.


• Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team.


• Comfortable providing hands‑on participant support and occasionally leading classroom activities.


• Able to safely operate a 15‑passenger van and obtain required DOT driver certification.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check.

Join Our Team!

Wellspring Community is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and value individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

At Wellspring Community, our mission is to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full and productive lives. If you enjoy helping others, staying active, and making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you!