Direct Support Professional

Description

Direct Support Professional - Full and part-time openings, all shifts, greater Indianapolis area

$15.00/hour - $16.00/hour depending on experience

MUST complete a paid 2-week orientation (Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)

POSITION PROFILE:

• Enthusiastically embraces and promotes the mission and values of the organization through all actions
• Actively engages in creating and maintaining a healthy and safe environment specific to each client
• Discovers and fosters activities that promote a meaningful day
• Initiates effective communication with all team members
• Completes all documentation in a professional, accurate and timely manner that meets all agency standards

A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional:

• Encourage and assist the clients to maintain communication with their family and friends
• Be a part of Person-Centered Planning Process – be on a client’s team to help them advocate for their life decisions
• Have a positive role in the life of someone with a disability
• Support people with self-advocacy and relationship building skills
• Support people in working toward their goals and dreams
• Assist with household chores and cooking
• Help with meal planning and grocery shopping
• Support people with household budgets and bill payment
• Transportation to medical appointments – may include support with seeing the clinician Encourage and support having fun in the community
• Learn and implement each individual’s Person-Centered Individual Support Plan (PCISP)

Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Prefer experience in a human services field – or experience with individuals with disabilities
• Be 18 years or older
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have an acceptable driving record and active vehicle insurance
• Must pass criminal background and drug screen