Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Clinton County

Position Summary

We are seeking an engaging, creative, and proactive Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team in a part-time role. This position focuses on Community Networking and Individual Skills Development (ISD) for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

This position focuses on skill-building and social connections — no personal care (ADLs) or medication administration is required.

Your goal will be to coach individuals directly within their natural environments — such as their homes, neighborhoods, local stores, public transit routes, and community centers — helping them master the practical, real-world skills needed to live more independently and build meaningful community connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Natural-Environment Skill Building (ISD): Hands-on coaching to build self-sufficiency where individuals live and spend time — budgeting and making purchases, planning meals and grocery shopping, navigating public transit and safe pedestrian routes, and real-life problem-solving and emergency preparedness.
• Community Relationship Building: Identify local clubs, volunteer sites, recreational groups, and social venues that match the individual's interests, creating opportunities for genuine relationships.
• Social & Advocacy Coaching: Support individuals in practicing communication skills, social etiquette, and self-advocacy so they can confidently direct their own lives and community activities.
• Transportation: Safely transport and accompany individuals during skill-building outings and community engagement activities.
• DMH Documentation: Maintain clear, accurate daily progress notes tracking ISP goal achievements, skill milestones, and shift activities in compliance with Missouri DMH standards.
• Positive Supports: Apply Missouri DMH-approved Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies to foster confidence and ensure safety.

Minimum Requirements (MO DMH Compliant)

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET).
• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Background Checks: Clean screening through the Missouri Family Care Safety Registry (FCSR), including criminal background, child abuse/neglect, and employee disqualification list checks.
• Driver's License & Insurance: Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, clean driving record, and current auto insurance (required for transporting individuals).
• Mindset: Patient, creative, and skilled at teaching and mentoring rather than "doing tasks for" the individual.

Required Training & Certifications

Paid training provided upon hire

• Missouri DMH Core Orientation: Foundational state-mandated DSP training modules.
• CPR & First Aid: Current certification (or completion within 30 days of hire).
• Positive Behavior Supports (PBS): Training in Missouri DMH-approved positive support strategies.

Shift Expectations & Hours

• Hours: Up to 29 hours per week (Part-Time).
• Schedule: Flexible hours based on individual schedules and community activity times (typically afternoons, evenings, or weekends).

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $22