Direct Support Professional

Starting Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 Position Summary

The direct support professional provides day to day interactions, care and assistance for individuals served as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan.

• The Direct Support Professional at The Society will provide assistance, support and guidance in the following areas, as each site requires:
• Activities Of Daily Living (ADL’S)
• Promotes independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning)
• Safety and security to ensure healthy living.
• Environmental cleanliness
• Personal care
• Transportation
• Community living and integration
• Upholding individual’s rights
• Supports individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement.
• Engage in positive, collaborative interactions communication and support of individuals and team members at all times.
• Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation.
• Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements.
• Perform medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification.
• Demonstrates punctuality and dependability. May be required to work holidays and other shifts outside of your normal schedule.
• Represents The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy. Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader.
• Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to communicate in English including both spoken and written.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, First Aid, CPR, PMT and other courses as required.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development