Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a rewarding and meaningful role where you have the unique opportunity to positively impact and enrich the lives of the individuals we serve. At Community Options Inc. (COI) youll be part of a fun energetic and creative team that values shared responsibility and encourages personal growth. We provide the support and resources you need to make a real difference in the lives of others.

Take the next step in your career with COI today and enjoy a rewarding work environment. We are offering part-time hours to work various days and shifts.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will be responsible for:

• Assisting clients with training and support in social interaction skills (e.g. talking writing leisure activities) treatment toward self and others and daily living skills (e.g. dressing bathing toileting/changing attends eating cooking menu planning cleaning etc.)
• Administering medications in accordance with State of Colorado approved guidelines.
• Ensuring client schedules are implemented in a timely manner as designated by the Service Plan (SP) and/or the Manager.
• Observing clients for signs of illness or changes in health demeanor and behavior and reporting concerns according to protocols.
• Transporting clients using agency vehicles to and from day programming community employment community activities and appointments.
• Ensuring a clean healthy and safe environment for the individuals served.

About COI:

Since 1972 Community Options Inc. has served children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. As a non-profit organization our mission is to empower individuals to experience lives full of dignity and purpose.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid Colorado drivers license and acceptable driving record
• Acceptable criminal background check
• Ability to successfully complete QMAP and First Aid/CPR training within 90 days of hire (paid training)
• Ability to assist clients with social interaction skills (e.g. talking writing leisure activities) and daily living skills (e.g. dressing bathing eating cooking cleaning)
• Administer medications according to State of Colorado approved guidelines
• Ensure client schedules are implemented in a timely fashion as designated by the SP and/or Manager
• Observe clients for signs of illness or changes in health demeanor and behavior and report according to protocols
• Use agency vehicles to transport individuals served to and from day programming community employment community activities and appointments
• Ensure a healthy clean and safe environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Options Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority