Direct Support Professional

Position Title: Direct Support Professional

$15-$17 hourly depending on experience.

Position Setting:  Day Services M-F 

Locations: Papillion and La Vista

WHO WE ARE

We are a family owned and operated company. We offer a variety of services to individuals who are differently abled across our four day service locations in Sarpy County.  We have 3 locations in Papillion and 1 in La Vista. Each building has a unique vibe as the individuals we serve are actively involved in daily activities. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Be a mentor and friend.


• Encourage, support and engage with adults with developmental Disabilities. 


• Support individuals and assist them in being independent.


• Ensure everyone is actively participating in the community activities of choice.


• Work as part of a team


• Community inclusions and outings (parks, Do Space, Movies, libraries, shopping, restaurants and more).


• Cooking classes onsite and occasional cook outs.


• Creative activities (Art, painting, crafting and more)


• Gardening in the greenhouse

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all clients are treated with respect and dignity, recognizing individual needs and encouraging independence.


• Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals’ many daily living needs including but not limited to nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication and socialization skills.


• Develop a rapport with clients and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship.


• Partner with people and ISP teams to develop programs that will provide steps to reach goals


• Update client case notes daily.


• Always ensure an appropriate staff-to-client ratio.


• Always maintain the safety and security of individuals through line of sight supervision.


• Support crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution.  (training provided)


• Provide transportation to ensure the safe transport and timely delivery of individuals to their outings.


• Comply with all traffic laws, safety guidelines, current federal, state and local standards and regulations, as well as our established policies and procedures.


• Hired candidates will be assigned to 1 of our 3 Day Centers based on qualification, need, and preferences.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED required


• Minimum age of 19 years


• Valid Driver’s License


• Background Checks


• Current vehicle Insurance


• Outstanding writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills


• Attention to detail, good time management skills, ability to meet deadlines


• Ability to manage stressful situations responsibly and effectively


• Provides input and assistance in planning and evaluating programs and clients’ goals.


• Maintenance and documentation of records of client’s accidents/incidents as required.


• Physically capable of transferring, assisting with transfers, assisting with lifting clients who require physical assistance


• Increase wage/hour for candidates that possess the following skills or certifications
  
  
  
  • College Degree
  
  
  • American Sign Language (ASL)
  
  
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  
  
  • Registered Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
  
  
  
  

Why Prime Home Developmental Disabilities Services?

• Paid training


• Supportive work environment


• Competitive wage & benefits package


• Company is growing quickly and there are opportunities for advancement


• Focused on giving individuals with disabilities opportunities to participate in activities and have life fulfilling experience


• Our team of Direct Support Professionals enjoys the rewards of making a difference every day


• Work in a supportive and fun environment with Amazing, caring coworkers


• Excellent Benefits (dental, vision, life, short term disability and long term disability premiums paid by PHDDS for employee)


• Medical & prescriptions insurance at minimal cost to employee


• Competitive wages


• Paid Holidays, with a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual rate


• 401 K benefit with company match up to 4%