DSP (Direct Support Professional)

DEPARTMENT: Human Services - Support Coach - Xplore (Adult Day Care for people with disabilities, DSP)

NORMAL WORKING HOURS: Monday through Friday 7A-3:30P (flexibility is needed)

REPORTS TO: Xplore Supervisor

POSITION CONCEPT

The Abilities Connection (TAC) is seeking team members who want fulfilling work at a successful non-profit organization. TAC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose primary mission is to empower people with disabilities and other barriers to achieve their full potential. TAC values dedication to excellence, commitment, innovation, collaboration, and integrity. If you aspire to help people change lives, then this position is for you

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work as a team in training, supporting and supervising individuals with disabilities in groups and individually in various skill areas focusing on advancing the individual's path to integrated employment and advancing the individual's path to community connections/membership in accordance with Individual Service Plans (ISP).
• Provides assessments and input for ISPs; participates in staffing meetings and development of IPs for individuals; assists in establishing outcomes and setting up programs to accomplish objectives; prepares plans for instructional activity; obtains necessary materials and equipment for training.
• Must be comfortable assisting with personal care as needed
• Must be able to drive transportation vans

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Driver License with no more than 5 points

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Develops meaningful relationships with clients and reports praises and/or concerns
• Patient and calm communication skills to communicate with team and individuals with disabilities.
• Can think outside of the box and love to learn/share new ideas and work to see them practice
• The ability to deal with sensitive people in time of need.
• Can pass a drug screen, background check, and has a valid drivers license with less than 6 points on driving record (for driving individuals around the community).

The Abilities Connection (TAC) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

At TAC Industries, we are committed to ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with disabilities. In instances where state laws and federal regulations conflict, we adhere to the federal ADA regulations. Our transit system is dedicated to providing quality transportation services without discrimination to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We do not condone or tolerate any form of discrimination based on disability by any transit system employee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings