Residential Direct Support Professional - FT Overnights

Southeastern Directions for Life; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Sick and vacation leave

403B retirement with company match

Company paid LTD/AD&D

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Paid holidays

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Southeastern Directions for Life has an opening for a full-time overnight Residential Direct Support Professional in our group homes serving individuals with developmental disabilities. This role includes 1 to 4 overnights with occasional evenings, and requires weekend/holiday availability to support 24/7 operations.

The DSP will assist with daily living, health maintenance, and community integration, promoting self-directed living and advocacy for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a current driver’s license with valid insurance.
• Must pass comprehensive background checks and screenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living skills and personal care.
• Support health maintenance, medication administration, and safety.
• Encourage self-directed living and community participation.
• Advocate for residents and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Southeastern Directions for Life has an opening for a full-time overnight position available for a Residential Direct Support Professional. Our mission is "empowering people to discover their directions for life in a changing world." This position consists of 1 to 4 overnights with an occasional contact evening shift. The individual would be working in one of our group home settings with individuals with developmental disabilities.

JOB SUMMARY:

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assist people we serve to lead self-directed lives and to be in and part of the community. They encourage attitudes & behaviors that enhance community inclusion. May act as an advocate for the individual in communicating their needs, self expression, & goals. DSPs work directly with the people we serve teaching them self-care, social, and communication skills. Depending on the needs of the people we support, DSPs provide assistance with daily living skills development, health maintenance, medication administration, personal care, and behavioral development. DSPs advocate and provide supports to assist individuals to be fully integrated into community life. Southeast operates 24/7, 365 days a year. Must be able to work weekends and holidays when necessary. Flexibility during emergencies and inclement weather is required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must have a current driver's license, car insurance, and a driving record acceptable to southeastern’s insurance provider. Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check to include fingerprinting, Dept. of Social Services Central Registry check, Motor Vehicle background check, and drug screening.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision and Ancillary insurance
• Company paid LTD and AD&D
• 403B retirement with company match
• EAP
• Sick and Vacation leave accrued each month
• Licensure Reimbursement

SEDL is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

#hc246062