What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Morning Star Adult Development Servies?
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) spend majority of their time training clients in the community focusing on activities in the areas of community integration, life skills, and vocational training and the other time documenting all the great work they have completed for the day.
Responsibilities
- Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, communication, and public transportation
- Teach individuals vocational skills to help prepare them for entry-level employment
- Supervise individuals during hours of instruction and on community outings and volunteering
- Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and act as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, and social skills
- Prepare weekly schedules, monthly training projections, and written progress reports
Qualifications
· High School diploma or GED
· Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental
Disabilities- Preferred but willing to train the right individual.
· Must be able to work effectively as a team member, demonstrate flexibility and desire to learn new skills and improve professional qualifications, and travel independently in rural/remote locations.
· Current CPR and First Aid training required.
· Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint clearance (Live Scan)
· Ability to pass pre employment physical to include TB test and Drug screening
· Must have a clear driving record, valid CA driver’s license, and 2 years driving experience, safe reliable transportation, and proof of current vehicle registration and auto insurance.
APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO USE THEIR VEHICLE TO TRANSPORT CLIENTS
SHIFT : MONDAY - FRIDAY 830am-330pm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Colton, CA 92324 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Colton, CA 92324: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20