Direct Support Professional - New Ipswich NH

Job Description

Job Description

$16.50/Hour - Part-time, flexible, up to 30 hours a week

Monadnock Developmental Services is seeking a qualified applicant for a Part Time DSP position in the New Ipswich area. Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM are ideal hours. Position and schedule are flexible to accept less hours per week.

Direct Support Professionals responsibilities:

• Provide transportation for all community, day support, and services (mileage reimbursement provided)
• Support and supervise all community outings and events
• Assist with daily exercise
• Assist in the development of all Activities of Daily Living skills and encourage client to increase independence
• Implement all the client's goals
• Notify the service coordinator of any significant changes regarding the client's health
• Comply with all state certification regulations
• Support the client to build and maintain relationships
• Aid in the removal of barriers preventing a person with a disability to reach their goals

Position requirements:

• Ability to provide prompts, supports, physical and verbal cueing as needed
• Willingness to transport the client to necessary locations for their goals such as: library, local gym, sport activities, volunteer cleaning job, and field trips on occasion
• Understanding and adherence to state certification regulations
• Ability to work collaboratively with the client, their family, and their service coordinator
• **Training will be provided in all applicable areas for each program*
• Individual enjoys: hiking, kayaking, bike riding, skiing, visiting museums and libraries

Pre-employment Background Check Requirements: Criminal records, motor vehicle record, Bureau of Adult and Aging Services (BAAS), Division of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF), Office of Inspector General (OIG)