Direct Support Professional
LAKEMARY CENTER INC
Location
Paola, Kansas
Salary
$18 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Direct Support Professional will provide direction and supervision to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in both residential and community settings. Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, intervening in crisis situations, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old due to insurance criteria. Preferred qualifications include direct care experience and the ability to maintain confidentiality and effective working relationships.
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Miami Co General - Paola, KS 66071Direct Support Professional $18.00 an hour
- Evening
- Hours- 2:30-10:30
- PM
- Overnight
- Hours-10:30
- PM- 8:30
- AM
- About Us: Lakemary has been a leader in providing individualized services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and other intellectual/developmental differences. Our distinguished, nationally recognized programs and services touch the lives of more than 450 people and their families from all over the United States.
Job Description
In this role you will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the residential environment primarily during evening hours. Direct Support Professionals Responsibilities: Provide direction and supervision on ground and in the community. Respond to requests and inquiries from others as appropriate. Understand and follow instructions provided by supervisor(s). Intervene in crisis situations, including physical management of persons served, using approved crisis management system and skills. Keep the work environment safe, clean, and orderly. Complete all documentation by the end of shift. Direct Support Professional Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent Due to Insurance criteria be at least 18+ years of age Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) to meet standard driving requirements Preferred direct care experience Ability to maintain confidentiality of persons served and staff. Utilize time management skills. Interpret, apply and explain applicable rules and regulations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Reliability Honesty & integrity Good communication & problem-solving skills
