Direct Support Professional - Day Services (Columbia)

## Description
# **Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Services**
### *Support Lives. Inspire Growth. Have Fun Every Day.*
## **Position Details**
**Location:** Columbia, MO
**Pay:** $18.00 to $20.00 (hourly)
**Employment Type:** Full-Time
**Benefits Include:**

• Generous paid vacation and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• And more!

## **About This Role**

Impact Support Services is looking for a compassionate and energetic **Direct Support Professional (DSP)** to join our **Day Services** team. In this role, you'll work with small groups of individuals (typically 1 to 6 people) in both center-based and community settings. You'll help individuals develop life skills, participate in meaningful activities, achieve personal goals, and become more independent while creating a positive, engaging environment.

If you enjoy building relationships, staying active, and making a difference every day, this could be the perfect role for you.

## **What You'll Do**

As a **Day Services' Direct Support Professional**, you will

• Lead and support engaging center-based and community activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and personal growth through individualized supports.
• Facilitate recreational, habilitative, educational, and skill-building activities.
• Assist with activity planning, preparation, and program setup.
• Support individuals with personal care, medication administration (as applicable), and community outings.
• Ensure the health, safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals you support.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with agency policies, HIPAA, and program requirements.
• Communicate professionally with individuals, families, coworkers, and community partners.

## Qualifications
**REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES**

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with individuals, families, and team members.
• Ability to implement person-centered supports, adapt activities to individual needs, and effectively problem solve.
• Ability to complete accurate documentation, maintain confidentiality, and uphold professional boundaries.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

**WHAT YOU BRING**

• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license (ability to obtain Class E license within 14 days of hire)
• Proof of valid vehicle insurance
• Reliable ability to pass background and reference checks

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**

• Ability to stay active throughout the day (standing, walking, sitting, using hands)
• Willingness to assist with lifting, repositioning, and personal care support when needed
• Ability to provide safe, attentive support during daily activities