What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Caring Support Services?
Job Summary
The Community Participation Support (CPS) Staff provides direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community settings. The role focuses on helping individuals build independence, improve social and communication skills, increase community involvement, and work toward personal goals identified in their ISP. CPS staff assist individuals with participating in meaningful activities such as recreation, volunteering, fitness, education, and employment exploration while ensuring health, safety, and positive community experiences. Staff provide encouragement, guidance, and supervision based on each individual’s support needs and complete accurate documentation in compliance with ODP regulations and agency standards.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals during community activities and outings
- Assist with community participation and inclusion
- Encourage social interaction and communication skills
- Help individuals build independence and daily living skills
- Provide verbal prompts, reminders, and encouragement as needed
- Support individuals with following schedules and routines
- Assist with employment exploration and volunteer opportunities
- Encourage decision-making and personal choice
- Help individuals practice safety skills in the community
- Support participation in fitness, recreation, and educational activities
- Assist with money management and purchasing during outings when needed
- Maintain professional interactions with individuals, families, and community members
- Transport individuals safely to and from activities if required
- Complete accurate service documentation following ODP CPS guidelines
- Document activities completed, supports provided, and individual responses
- Support ISP goals and outcomes during all activities
- Encourage positive behavior and appropriate community engagement
- Assist individuals with building friendships and natural supports
- Follow agency policies, ODP standards, and confidentiality requirements
Job Requirements – CPS Staff
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass background checks and clearances required by ODP
- Ability to work independently and in community settings
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide respectful and professional support to individuals with disabilities
- Basic computer and documentation skills
- Ability to follow ISP goals, behavior plans, and ODP regulations
- Ability to assist individuals with community participation and daily activities
- Dependable, patient, and organized
Join us as a Direct Support Professional and be part of a dedicated team committed to providing compassionate care that makes a real difference. Your efforts will help foster independence, dignity, and well-being for those we serve—every day is an opportunity to create positive change!
Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $22