Direct Support Personnel -$27-$28/hr

Shift: Day

Pay: $27-$28/hr

Facility Job Description: DSP

Direct Support Professional

Offer specialized clinical support and opportunities for multiple clients who possess a range of developmental disabilities, significantly challenging behavioral and/or psychiatric issues.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a therapeutic environment for the physical, medical, and mental health of clients
• Develop a clear assessment of the individual’s strengths, and basic needs
• Intervene in crisis situations to stabilize an individual by utilizing a high level of clinical judgment and effective communication with client’s team
• Complete daily activity logs, electronic health record documentation, administrative tasks incident/seizure reports, medical/medication logs in a clear and timely manner

Requirements:

• High School degree (or equivalent) required
• At least one year of experience in human services or combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired
• Valid driver’s License, and use of a personal vehicle

Opening #2: Adult DSP- Floater

Acute Direct Support Professional – After Hours Floater:

Provide specialized support to clients who possess a range of intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate constructive activities that address goals on a client’s Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan)
• Facilitate community inclusion, daily living, and skill acquisition
• Utilization of sound judgement and maintenance of calm demeanor during crisis
• Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support
• Provide needed personal and/or medical care
• Work with a variety of clients in community and residential settings with a rotating schedule

Requirements:

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Experience in a human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired
• Enjoy being physically active and have knowledge of Chittenden County resources
• Skill in de-escalation technique
• Valid driver’s License, use of a personal vehicle, and an acceptable driving record