Direct Support Professional

## Description

**Positions starting at $21.00 per hour!**

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!

**If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits.**

**If you have directly relevant experience, ask about our experience pay options!**

**What is this job all about?**

The Direct Support Professional is the bridge between people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their communities. You will encourage and mentor individuals by supporting them in maximizing their full potential. The DSP role is involved in providing supports to all aspects of individuals life activities. Support may include daily life skills of cooking, cleaning, hygiene, medication administration, behavioral care, and community participation. If you have the passion to help empower individuals lives - apply now!

**What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like?**

A direct support professional is both a mentor and a coach. In this position you will be working hands on with our clients to provide guidance and suggestions to empower their learning. You will do this by:

• Educating clients on skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning, and other activities of daily living.
• Exploring various community businesses and social activities with your clients while supporting their employment, household, and personal goals.
• Work hand in hand with your team to plan and advocate for your clients

**What do I need to be successful in this position?**

• Be a minimum of eighteen years of age.
• Possess a diploma from an accredited High School or the equivalent.
• The Direct Support Professional will be a person who is passionate about working with individuals with disabilities and increasing their independence as a valued member of the community. A sincere dedication to the mission and the people served by The Arc of the Ozarks is crucial.
• Please see the full job description for complete list of duties and requirements.

**Here’s a little more:**

• Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.
• Setup for success with paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/ First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, etc.) - **Requires weekday, daytime availability for at least the first 1-2 weeks to complete necessary trainings for position.**
• ***Typical*****shifts are 8 hours on either days, evenings, or overnights with primary openings for evenings/weekends.**
• Potential for annual wage increases.
• Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year.

• If you are passionate about with Unique needs and making a meaningful difference in their lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team!
• **Looking for more information?**

• Give us a call at 417-771-3700
• Ask for the Talent Acquisition Team
• Send us an Email at [[email hidden]](mailto:[email hidden])
• Don't forget to include your name and the position/location you are interested in.
• Checkout some videos about our organization and the individuals we support here
• <https://www.youtube.com/@thearcoftheozarks-springfield/videos>
• Checkout our website and social media here:
• <https://thearcoftheozarks.org/>
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• <https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-arc-of-the-ozarks/>
• <https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Arc-of-the-Ozarks-Reviews-E421090.htm>

## Qualifications

**DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL**

**Definition**

This is a human services position providing desired supports to persons with disabilities, in a residential setting, so that they may achieve the highest level of independent living possible within their community.

An employee in this class provides training and supports to assigned persons served in dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, and other activities of daily living. Additional responsibilities include assisting with the purchasing of groceries, training in food preparation, administering medications, and assist in the management of personal funds. This employee assists in the implementation of personal plans; contributes to the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment; and establishes effective interpersonal relationships with each person served, their parents and/or guardians, and other members of the support team.

Work involves responsibility for observing and reporting information concerning the physical, mental, and behavioral condition of the persons served and for assisting in the maintenance of necessary records and reports to document these observations. Close supervision and direction is received from the Team Manager, the Program Supervisor, and/or other staff members who review work through reports and direct observations.

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