What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daytime Direct Support Professional - Production Department position at Pride Inc.?
Make a difference. Build relationships. Be part of something meaningful.
Are you someone who believes everyone deserves dignity, choice, and a life they’re excited to wake up to? Do you enjoy helping others grow, learn, and feel connected to their community? If so, Pride is looking for a compassionate and dependable Daytime Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Production team.
What This Role Is All About
As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll provide hands-on support to people in our production department. Your work will help individuals build independence, feel safe and respected, and stay actively connected to their community. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to positively impact lives every single day.
Pride is nationally accredited and deeply committed to supporting Personal Outcome Measures, including autonomy, relationships, health and wellness, rights, and community involvement. Everything you do in this role supports those outcomes.
What You’ll Do
No two days look exactly the same, but your work will include:
- Supporting individuals in their daily routines while promoting independence, choice, and personal growth
- Creating a warm, respectful, and encouraging environment through positive interaction and role modeling
- Helping people engage in their community through outings, events, shopping, appointments, and social activities
- Supporting individuals in building friendships and maintaining natural support systems with family, friends, and neighbors
- Following individualized Plans for the Future, including behavior supports and skill-building goals
- Observing and documenting progress, changes, and successes
- Adhering to all Pride policies related to safety, abuse prevention, medication, confidentiality, and emergency procedures
- Attending staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
- Being a reliable, positive team member who communicates clearly and shows up ready to help
This role requires transporting individuals in the community, assisting and supervising individuals at their job locations, lifting or transferring up to 50 pounds.
What We’re Looking For
- A caring, respectful, and dependable team player
- A positive attitude and genuine interest in supporting others
- Willingness to learn about developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and behavior supports
- Ability to follow policies, document accurately, and communicate effectively
- Flexibility, responsibility, and strong time management skills
Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred
- Valid and clear driver's license
- Access to reliable and insured personal vehicle
- Experience working with people with disabilities is preferred but not required
- Ability to assist with lifting and transferring up to 50 pounds
Why Pride?
At Pride, we believe people thrive when they are respected, supported, and empowered. You’ll join a mission-driven organization that values teamwork, growth, and the belief that everyone deserves a full and meaningful life.
If you’re ready to do work that truly matters—and be part of a team that has your back—we’d love to meet you. Apply today at www.prideinc.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.35 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17