What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live-In Direct Support Professional position at Impact Support Services?
Live in- Direct Support Professional for Community Living
"Support lives, build skills, and inspire growth as a Live-In DSP"
JOB SUMMARY
In this unique and rewarding role, you will provide coverage and direct care support to individuals with disabilities in their home. You will enjoy a full-time schedule with a competitive hourly wage, along with an exceptional housing benefit. In exchange for providing just five nights of overnight coverage, you will receive rent-free living and utilities in your own private quarters. This role is ideal for someone who values connection, stability, and purposeful work while making a real impact in the lives of others.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Provide oversight and direct support based on individual support plans, including personal care, medication support, medical coordination, meals, and daily living needs.
- Provide five (5) assigned nights of oversight coverage for rent and utilities.
- Provide emergency coverage during inclement weather.
- Implement program objectives, support skill building, and complete required documentation and daily logs.
- Assist with household management, including cleanliness, shopping, laundry, and reporting maintenance needs.
- Support community integration activities and model respectful communication and positive social skills.
- Follow safety procedures, participate in emergency drills, and maintain awareness of home and vehicle safety.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Excellent communication, written, and organization skills
- Ability to teach/mentor others
- Ability to use computer programs such as Therap, Paycom, and Station MD.
- Ability to assist in the training of new staff
- Ability to maintain a budget
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license (ability to obtain class E license within 14 days of hire)
- Proof of vehicle insurance
- Successful completion of background checks and reference verification
- Work flexible schedules, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to stand or sit for several hours and bend, stoop
Step into a role where your work truly matters and helps transform lives, spark potential, and be part of something bigger. Apply today!