Direct Support Professional

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Regular Full Time Service Worker Bridgeton, MO, US

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to express themselves, develop their talents, build independence, and be an active part of their community.

Fine Line Studios
, an arts-based day program of Resources for Human Development, is looking for creative individuals with art skills to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Bridgeton area. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll have the unique opportunity to combine creativity with meaningful work by facilitating art activities, inspiring creative expression, helping participants develop their artistic abilities, and supporting greater independence.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, dependable, and eager to use their talents to make a positive impact in their community.

For more than 50 years,
Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to providing person-centered services and supports that help individuals achieve greater independence and reach their fullest potential.

Our Direct Support Professionals work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to meet the physical, psychosocial, environmental, and personal needs of the individuals we serve while fostering a culture of compassion, hope, service, and collaboration.

• Use Creativity to Make a Difference
• Help Participants Explore and Develop Their Artistic Skills
• Support Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• Foster Independence, Confidence, and Self-Expression
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Join a Creative, Mission-Driven Team

As a Direct Support Professional at Fine Line Studios
, you will:

• Facilitate art activities and support individuals in exploring their creativity and developing artistic skills
• Encourage creative expression while helping each participant build confidence, independence, and individual strengths
• Provide compassionate care and assistance to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Support individuals in working toward goals identified within their Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and document their progress
• Provide supervision and assistance to ensure the health, wellness, and safety of individuals served
• Implement individualized behavioral and therapeutic support plans as appropriate
• Assist individuals with personal care and activities of daily living as needed
• Support community participation, including recreational, social, and other meaningful activities
• Provide transportation for individuals as required and ensure safe transportation practices
• Complete daily participation logs, incident reports, and other required program documentation
• Collaborate with program staff, clinical team members, families, and other members of each individual’s circle of support
• Participate in required staff meetings, agency training, and professional development activities
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, and encouraging environment where each individual can express themselves and work toward their fullest potential

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Creative
• Artistic
• Compassionate
• Patient
• Encouraging
• Dependable
• Team-Oriented
• Committed to Helping Others

This is an especially great opportunity for someone who enjoys art and wants to use their creativity in a meaningful human services career.

• High School…