What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at M.A.T.A LLC Mindset Acquired Through Abilities?
MATA | Full-time Employee, Monday–Friday
MATA is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a fully community-based day program.
All support happens in the community. You will drive a company van and spend the day supporting people with community activities and other planned outings.
If you want meaningful work, enjoy being out in the community, and are comfortable driving a van, we encourage you to apply.
What you’ll do
- Provide person-centered support throughout the day in community settings
- Drive the company van to transport the people you support safely to and from activities
- Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and a fulfilling life
- Support positive interactions, social connections, and community participation
- Teach skills that improve daily life
- Support participation in groups, volunteer work, recreation, and personal interests
- Use Positive Support approaches in daily interactions
- Support personal hygiene and medical-related needs as assigned, including medication administration when trained and authorized
- Create safe environments and stay consistently engaged during every shift
This role supports planned community activities that promote inclusion, habilitation, and activities of daily living.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday–Friday
- Day-program hours
What we’re looking for
- Comfortable driving a company van throughout the day
- Reliable, calm, and able to work independently in the community
- Genuinely interested in helping people work toward their goals
- Able to stay engaged, keep people safe, and complete documentation
- Willing to complete required training and screening
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Comfortable driving a company van
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to pass a background check and meet Colorado Medicaid / provider requirements
- Ability to complete required trainings (CPR/First Aid, medication administration, positive supports, and related DSP training)
- Ability to assist with personal care and mobility as needed
MATA provides the van. You provide consistent, respectful, community-based support
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Salary : $21