What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Respite - Weekends position at Community Services for Every1?
Respite Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide a wide variety of person-centered-supports and services to youth with developmental disabilities. Respite DSPs assist in the operation of the afterschool program, Saturday Respite program and other respite opportunities available to the children. Respite DSPs empower the youth they work for by providing education, experience and exposure so they can make their own informed choices. DSPs model, teach and advocate for youth with developmental disabilities in order to support them to achieve their highest level of independent living, enable their fullest participation in society, ensure their civil and human rights are protected and promote their ability to be productive, contributing members of the community. The supports and services performed depend upon the individually developed plan.
- A team oriented work environment
- A chance to make difference
- A great career path with opportunity to grow