Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Description

 About Inspire Human Services:

Inspire has been making a difference in the lives of many adults with developmental disabilities and autism in the SE Idaho Community. The organization is well known for helping people with disabilities achieve fulfilling lives while improving their function, activity and participation in society. Inspire’s reputation for excellence is based on its commitment to providing a spectrum of individualized services, treating each person with respect and dignity, and providing services in an encouraging and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

How You Can Make a Real Impact:

• Assist individuals with their daily living skills
• Actively participates in the life growth of each individual 
• Promote independence through skill development and implementing individualized plans of care
• Advocate for community inclusion by planning activities and outings
• Support the Inspire Mission, Vision and Core Values

What we offer you:

• Career paths and the opportunity to grow with us
• Competitive salaries 
• Generous paid time off based on years of service

What You’ll Love About Inspire Services: 

• Meaningful Purpose: We truly make a difference in the lives of others, which inspires us to be better people, and gives us purpose. 
• Lasting Bonds: We are a close-knit, committed team who feel like a second family
• Personal Growth: There are opportunities to learn and build skills, professional development, career advancement, tuition assistance, and loan repayment programs 

Keywords:
Direct Support Professional, DSP, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, DD, Autism, Direct Support, Direct Care, Community Based, Mental Health Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Patient Care Assistant, PCA, Home Health Aide, Residential Counselor, Caregiver, Companion, Applied Behavior Analysis, ABA, Neurobehavioral, Psychology, Social Services

Requirements

 Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with activities of daily living such as preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene, all while maintaining everyone's respect and dignity 
• Actively working with the individuals we serve to help them achieve their personal goals and record their progress  
• Medication administration and documentation 
• Responding to crisis situations responsibly and appropriately 
• Ensuring that our individuals maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home  
• Safely operating all types of agency vehicles (including handicapped accessible vans)  
• Completing shift notes in an electronic health record system 
• Working with your manager to improve your skills and advocate for the individuals we serve

Qualifications and Essential Functions:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) 
• Valid unrestricted driver's license from your state of residency 
• The ability to lift and transfer at least 50 pounds 
• The ability to sit, bend, squat, reach, and physically pursue clients on foot for several hours at a time 
• Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in English with Individuals, their families and staff (at all levels) 
• Basic computer literacy 
• The ability to gain trust, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Prefer that you possess a high school diploma or GED
• Work well in teams and are open to learning new skills
• Have the ability and willingness to work weekends