Title

Direct Support Professional (DSP) SL

Pay Range

$16.20-$19.00   

Reports To

QIDP

Site Location

MWU-05 Acorn Ln

Classification/ Pay Code

Non- Exempt D-2

Schedule

E/O Sat/Sun 8a-8p flex 

Easterseals Arc Purpose

To change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day.

Easterseals Arc Supported Living Vision

ESArc  Supported Living supports people with disabilities to have a full life experience, including the fulfillment of personal ambitions, while providing a safe living environment.

Easterseals Arc Behaviors

We see the whole you…. and the many aspects of your life, including disability.

We are driven to achieve. Those we serve feel empowered to reach for and realize their full potential. 

We pave the way… opening pathways to opportunity and creating a more inclusive world.

We’re stronger, together.  Disabilities touch us all, and we work with all members of the community to achieve extraordinary results.

Easterseals Arc Traits

DETERMINED

We demonstrate the importance of community involvement, social interactions and maintaining relationships.

INSPIRED

We bring our own skills, strengths and interests to supporting peoples’ activities.

PERSONAL

We obtain knowledge of individual(s) supported desired outcomes and works to ensure they are integrated into daily activities.

HONEST

We communicate positively and clearly with all individuals.

LOCAL

We develop and facilitate community connections and relationships. 

FEARLESS

We support people to exercise their rights and responsibilities in all areas of their lives.

EMPATHETIC

We include individuals in discussions about their lives; listen and understand their needs, dreams and goals

Summary: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.  DSPs assist individuals to become more integrated in their communities by maximizing the person’s strengths, interests and abilities.  The aim is for the person to direct their own activities that create a meaningful life including employment, community citizenship and developing relationships. Support may occur in a variety of settings and may include providing personal care, assistance with daily living activities, job coaching, teaching/developing skills, advocating with the individual, assisting in communication and self- expression, and ultimately supporting the individual in meeting his or her own goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.         Support people to achieve personal outcomes that characterize a high quality of life through employment and being an active citizen.

·         Listen carefully and communicate respectfully and clearly with the people you support.

·         Support people to choose, understand and learn new skills in various settings and provide transportation as needed.

·         Understand, follow through, and document support plans, goals, activities, progress, etc.

·         Support people with daily living skills and personal support needs.

·         Provide and seek