Direct Support Staff - Developmental Services

About This Role

This entry-level Direct Support Staff role provides valuable care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. You will assist residents with daily living activities, administer medication, and facilitate community integration.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in daily activities inside their home and in the community by promoting self-advocacy, decision-making and empowerment
• Provide guidance and role modeling as appropriate
• Assist individuals with planning and implementation of daily activity schedules and routines
• Assist individuals to identify and develop person-centered goals and plans to address any concerns, wants or needs
• Encourage active participation in community events and other integrated activities
• Assist individuals with home maintenance and perform cleaning responsibilities
• Document shift notes summarizing any applicable occurrences, observations, concerns or progress
• Assist residents with activities of daily living such as cooking, personal hygiene, and dressing
• Administer and manage medication
• Follow Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
• Transport residents to appointments when needed
• Complete shift notes

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent degree
• Excellent interpersonal, judgement and coaching skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to utilize basic computer applications
• Desire to thrive in a fast-paced, client-centered, team-oriented environment
• Valid driver's license
• Access to an operational and insured vehicle
• Willingness to use vehicle to transport clients

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Entry-level position, experience working with the population preferred

Nice to Have

• Experience working with the population
• Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations

Skills

* Required skills