Direct Support Professional - Day Services

$18.00 per hr! We offer Tuition Assistance, A No premium Individual Health Insurance Plan option, and a 20% Discount on Childcare Services for children and grandchildren of staff. 

Reports to the Day Services Manager.

• Transport to and from community locations using agency vehicles.
• Comfortable navigating and driving in communities
• Implement individualized habitation plans.
• Assist individuals with identifying and participating in meaningful community experiences.
• Support the development of skills, for example: social skills, self advocacy, money management, community integration, leisure skills, and independent living skills. (ETC)
• Facilitate participation in recreational, educational, volunteer, wellness, and social opportunities throughout the community.
• Independently adjust plans and activities as needed while ensuring opportunities remain aligned with day-hab goals.
• Foster positive relationships with peers and community members
• Provide appropriate levels of support while promoting independence and personal growth. 
• Adapt activities and supports to meet the individuals abilities, interests, and goals.
• Maintain awareness of health, safety,  while in the community.
• Make sound decisions while working independently in the community.
• Identify new community resources, events, locations, etc to support individual interests
• Complete daily documentation using a mobile device
• Complete  vehicle mileage logs
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• Advocate for individuals rights and inclusion within the community
• Provide support to additional individuals as assigned during group activities and program events.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, strong written and oral communications skills, and a commitment to furthering human interdependence.
• Candidates must meet approved driver criteria in accordance with organizational policy.
  • In order to be an approved driver at Racker, you must currently have a valid drivers license for at least 1 year with a clean record OR a valid drivers license for 3 years and no more than 4 points on your license.