Sr Direct Support Prof

Community Options Job Board; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$250 sign-on bonus

$250 employee referral bonus

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is seeking a Senior Direct Support Professional in West Valley City, UT. This role involves providing person-centered care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while supporting a team in daily operations. Responsibilities include training team members and assisting with daily routines. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, experience in supporting individuals with disabilities, and a valid driver's license. The agency offers a sign-on bonus and employee referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals based on their Individual Support Plan.
• Assist with training team members in programmatic initiatives.
• Monitor health and medical needs of individuals.
• Monitor health and report concerns to supervisory staff.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Maintain accurate program documentation and billable records.

Skills

Direct care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Crisis management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are actively seeking a Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP) in West Valley, UT.

The Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing person‑centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will also support a team with day‑to‑day operations and challenges as a team leader for an assigned location.

We are offering a $250 SIGN ON BONUS OPPORTUNITY FOR Full‑Time NEW HIRES! We are also offering $250 employee referral bonus! (Contact local office for details)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist with training team members to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking established meal plans, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community‑based skills
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
• May assist with wheelchair transfer of non‑ambulatory participants
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Please click "Apply Now" or send resume to: [e-mail]

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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