Direct Support Professional
Job Location:
Colorado Springs, CO - USA
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Job Summary
Department: Day Services
Position Status: Full/Part Time
Pay Range: Up to $22 to start and based on experience
City:Colorado Springs
Bring your energy creativity and passion for people to a career that makes a real impact! Were looking for someone outgoing and enthusiastic to join our day program team supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Youll lead fun meaningful activities both in the community and at our center helping individuals grow new skills make lasting connections and reach their personal goals all in an inclusive team-focused environment where every day is different and rewarding
Key Responsibilities:
Promote Community Integration: Plan and facilitate activities that support social development and inclusion such as visits to parks museums community events and recreational centers.
Provide Personalized Support: Assist individuals with hygiene care meal preparation and household tasks tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
Transportation and Accompaniment: Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments errands and outings ensuring safety and engagement.
Medical Assistance: Support individuals with medical care including scheduling and attending appointments administering medications and monitoring overall health.
Skill Development: Offer training and guidance in life skills such as communication problem-solving and daily living activities to foster independence.
Document Progress: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of progress notes medical records and activity logs.
Flexible Scheduling: Work hours will vary based on the needs of the individuals supported.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with IDD through engaging activities community involvement and personalized support that fosters independence and inclusion.
Why Youll Love It:
- Youll get to hang out with an awesome group of people every day.
- Youll have the chance to plan and do cool stuff in a way thats never boring.
- Youll help others grow their confidence independence and social circles while making memories that last a lifetime.
Make a difference in the lives of individuals with IDD by fostering meaningful relationships enhancing community connections and empowering personal growth in both residential and community settings.
What It Takes to Be a Rockstar Candidate:
Active and Engaged: You enjoy being out in the community participating in events and trying new activities.
Tech-Savvy: Youre comfortable with basic computer tasks like sending emails and completing documentation.
Background Check Ready: Youre prepared to pass a background check with no issues.
Reliable Transportation: You have a dependable vehicle valid drivers license and current auto insurance.
Education: Youve completed high school or have a GED.
Experience Preferred: Some understanding or experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a bonus.
If youre dependable enthusiastic and ready to make a difference wed love to have you join the team!
Minimum Physical Expectations for This Role:
- Ability to lift and transfer individuals weighing up to 50 pounds with or without assistance to support client mobility and comfort.
- Frequent physical activity including bending kneeling squatting and standing to assist with daily tasks and activities.
- Capacity to provide hands-on assistance during restroom routines including transfers and hygiene support.
- Physical stamina to actively engage in community outings and recreational activities with clients.
- Ability to safely operate a vehicle and assist individuals in and out of the car as needed.
Candidates must be comfortable with the physical demands of the role to ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals supported.
Why Support Inc.
At Support Inc. youll be part of a passionate team of people helping people! We are making a real difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We value creativity growth and community offering a supportive environment where your work truly matters.
Join us to build meaningful connections grow your skills and be part of something bigger!
Full time employees enjoy . . .
Competitive Medical Dental Vision Insurance options
Generous progressive PTO
Paid initial and ongoing training including Relias Safety Care CPR/First Aid and QMAP
Paid Holidays
Quarterly awards and gifts
Many additional
Benefit options including Pet insurance!
Flexibility and opportunities for growth
Options to work overtime at events or with additional shifts & clients
Mileage reimbursement
Ongoing support
Rewarding independent work
And much more!
Support Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V
We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex race age sexual orientation creed national origin disability or military status gender identity unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
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