Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Core
Lead hands-on group activities, teach practical life and social skills, provide personal care, and support community outings for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Role type
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Builds
Person-centered supports allowing individuals to live as independently as possible
Domain
Human services / Intellectual and developmental disabilities
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Direct support experience, personal care, behavioral support, de-escalation techniques, driving, electronic documentation, lifting and transferring
Preferred skills
Experience in adult day programs, group homes, or behavioral programs
Responsibilities
Lead group activities, teach life and social skills, provide personal care (hygiene, mobility), support community outings, use de-escalation techniques, complete electronic documentation, drive company vehicles
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC