Direct Support Professional
Company: Black Hills Works
Location: Brookings
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Direct Support ProfessionalIf you love to put people first,
consider becoming a DSP at Black Hills Works, a person-centered
agency that helps people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities live meaningful, fulfilled lives.Make $37K to 41K per
year!(Depending on shift)The primary purpose of a DSP is to assist
people who need support to lead self directed lives and to
participate fully in our community. As a DSP, your week will be
filled with rewarding opportunities to help people with
disabilities live rich, active lives.On any given day you may:On
any given day you may:Support people to appointments or do fun
things in the communityAdminister medications and other
treatmentsProvide transportation and facilitation with accessing
the communityParticipate in goal planning and
implementationEncourage and support people in learning new skills
and attending various classesHelp them prepare meals, cook, clean,
eat, take care of personal hygiene, and just get around outside and
inside their homeGo to local sporting events, concerts, movies,
restaurants-and even go on trips and vacations!What are the
Background Qualifications to Become a DSP?Qualifications:18 years
of age or olderValid drivers licenseHigh School DiplomaPost
secondary education preferred and/or relevant experienceQualifying
background check and drug screenWhat Are the Main Requirements of a
DSP?Including but not limited to:Provide the supports necessary to
build self esteem, assertiveness and to make decisionsUtilize a
variety of communication strategies to establish collaborative
relationships with the person supported and the teamSupport people
with building and maintaining relationships with friends, family
and community membersComplete informal and formal assessments in
order to respond to the needs and interests of the people you
supportComplete daily documentation to track the progress in
assisting people to achieve their goalsSecure and use adaptive
equipmentIdentify areas of self improvement and strengthen your
skills sets through training and learning opportunities that
include certification and credentialingAdvocating for people by
supporting them to live their best lifeBe able to prevent, identify
and defuse crisis situationsDemonstrate commitment to the
organization by providing input to better strengthen our
servicesMost of all, you'll make lifelong connections and memories
with the people you support and work with-all as you become someone
greater than you ever thought you could be!Why choose Black Hills
Works?Here are just a few of the incredible reasons to come work
with us:Get paid training and constant support to help you every
step of the wayEstablish career paths and grow into work that lasts
a lifetimeTake advantage of opportunities to learn from nationally
recognized speakersWe also provide GREAT benefits:Medical: health,
vision, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, employee
assistance program and more!Paid Time: Receive 23 paid days off in
your first year of employment, shift differentials, bonuses with
flexible schedules including days, evenings, and
overnightsDiscounts and Bonuses: 401K up to a 5% match, tuition
reimbursement, cell phone discounts as well as employee referral
bonuses.Flexible SchedulingWe offer consistency in support,
realistic staff ratios, and the opportunity to meet scheduling
needs of our employees.Our staffing patterns are noted below to
give a point of reference however, we keep an open mind when it
comes to scheduling and we have the ability to get creative with
our scheduling patterns to meet the needs of our employees as well
as the people we support.Day Shift: Typically works from 6am to 2pm
throughout the work with with a scheduled day off as well as
working every other weekend the same hours.Evening Shift: Typically
works from 2pm to 10pm throughout the work with with a scheduled
day off as well as working every other weekend the same
hours.Overnight Shift: Typically works 5, eight hour shifts
throughout the week or 4, ten hour shifts depending on the needs of
the people we support.Join our team today and brighten the lives of
our people supported!Black Hills Works Inc. is an equal opportunity
employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity,
sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: Black Hills Works, Sioux Falls , Direct Support Professional, Other , Brookings, South Dakota
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