Job Description:

Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Location: Nevada, Missouri

Department: Individualized Supported Livi

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you will provide individualized support and training, helping clients thrive in their own homes and communities. We are looking for compassionate individuals who are patient, empathetic, and committed to fostering independence and personal growth. Your efforts will contribute to a supportive environment where clients can achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life.

As a DSP, you will work closely with clients, providing essential services that promote their well-being and integration into the community. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, documenting progress, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

The Direct Support Professional position offers…
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more
• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
• Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income
• Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:
• Support clients according to their Individual Support Plans, assisting with daily activities and personal care.
• Provide training in essential life skills, including personal hygiene, money management, and medication management.
• Document client progress and maintain detailed records, including daily notes and event reports.
• Accompany clients to appointments and community activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Implement emergency and safety protocols as outlined in the Individual Safety Plan.
• Attend required meetings and training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years of age; must have a high school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities, or successful completion of training in the Missouri Quality Outcomes approved by the Division of DD regional office.

Additional Qualifications:
• Must have a reliable means of communication.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess skills to read and understand written materials and write clearly and legibly.
• Must have a working air conditioner and heater in any vehicle used for client transportation.

Physical Requirements:
• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shifts.
• Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Brightli is on a Mission:
Join us in our mission to change and save lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting individuals in achieving their goals, we encourage you to apply today!

Keywords: Direct Support Professional, DSP, Individual Supported Living, ISL, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, Community Integration, Personal Assistance, Skill Development

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

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