Job DescriptionWe are seeking motivated individuals for Part Time Direct Support Professional positions to join our team!The role of a DSP is to assist in the daily care of people with disabilities and provide on-site supervision and support 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Your vital job functions are essential to members’ health, safety, and welfare.Part-Time weekend hours are 7:00AM - 3:00PM and 3:00PM - 11:00PM Saturday and Sunday.The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a genuine desire to work with individuals with developmental disabilities. One week of paid orientation is required prior to the start of your assignment. In addition, ongoing paid training outside of normal work hours is required.Positions are located in Union County. ResponsibilitiesAssists individuals' needs and develops an effective counseling/support relationshipProvides hands on assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing and hygiene, and helps with fire drills and/or other health and safety issues as neededProvides assistance for daily living skills, supportive counseling, and direct care assistanceHelps with food shopping, menu planning, and meal preparationCommunicates ongoing care results and updates to relevant partiesCollaborates with families and superiors for best care opportunitiesHelps to arrange and attend social activitiesTransports members to medical appointments, recreation activities, etc.Helps ensure a safe, clean, organized, environmentEnsures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standardsHelps resolve member and family concernsAttends required trainings, staff meetings, and other meetings/events as requestedPerforms other duties as requiredQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED requiredValid driver's licenseCar to use for work purposesExcellent communication skills, verbal and writtenExperience working with individuals with developmental disabilities a plusWilling and able to attend required trainings outside of normal work hours