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Direct Support Professional
Limitless Disability Services, INC
120 Arnold Mill Park, Suite 300 Woodstock, GA 30188

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Position?

No

Job Description

Position Summary: 

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of individuals with developmental disabilities who attend Limitless Disability Services. This includes direct care of program individuals and the implementation of their individual services plans (ISP).  

Competencies: 

Composure Under Pressure | Dependable and Punctual | Keen Sense of Observation | Interpersonal Skills| Strong Sense of Teamwork | Basic Computer Skills | A commitment to advocating for inclusivity, dignity, and accessibility for the disability community.  

Responsibilities:  

    • Participate in training staff and volunteers, especially training new DSPs 
    • Guide and assist clients with program curriculum 
    • Facilitate group activities with the Enrichment Program Coordinator  
    • Assist Enrichment Program Coordinator with client goal development, assessment, progress, and data collection 
    • Assist with community outings 
    • Assist with feeding, as/if needed for individual clients 
    • Participate in Staff meetings and in-service training 
    • Establishing a secure, positive environment that nurtures clients’ needs, self-expression, and goals.  
    • Overseeing clients and taking care of their physical, emotional, and personal development needs including personal hygiene. 
    • Advancing clients’ decision-making, productivity, and participation in a range of quality of life and skill building activities.  
    • Promoting independence in daily activities, such as work, learning, and leisure. 
    • Facilitate inclusion in community experiences and activities.  
    • Maintaining knowledge of clients’ requirements. 
    • Complying with facility’s policies and procedures. 
    • Maintaining documentation in compliance with company and state procedures. 
    • Participate in other job-related duties as assigned during the business day.  
    • Assist with facility cleaning 

 

Requirements

Qualifications:  

Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent. CPR certification, Limitless will send for certification after 90 days. Must pass a background check. Can quickly manage stressful situations, patiently, responsibly, and effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and passionate about (working alongside those with disabilities, to both teach and learn from) helping those in need. The ability to effectively organize and oversee a team of volunteers. Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

This position supervises volunteers that work alongside clients. 

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to handle physical aspects of the job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. Ability to move and stand for prolonged periods and frequently perform physically demanding tasks.  

This job description is not designed to cover all responsibilities required.  

Contact Info

Paige Reid

paige@limitlessdisabilityservices.org

317-753-0701