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Job Description:
Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Location: Rolla, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time/PRN
Job Summary:
Become a Direct Support Professional and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. In this rewarding role, you'll provide personalized supported living services, support, training, and oversight to clients in their own homes and communities. We seek compassionate professionals with relevant experience and excellent communication and collaboration skills.
As a Direct Support Professional, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where your dedication and skills are valued. Join our team and be part of our mission to empower individuals with disabilities and promote their independence.
The Direct Support Professional position offers…
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Paid Time Off - 15 days per year including vacation & holiday pay [include this line only if employment type is full-time]
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
Top-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Key Responsibilities:
Provide support, training, and oversight to clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Assist clients with personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and daily living activities
Implement individualized support plans and document client progress
Attend meetings and specialized training as required
Maintain appropriate certifications (e.g., CPR, First Aid, Med Aide)
Complete documentation and reports accurately
Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
One year of experience in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities, or successful completion of approved training
Additional Qualifications:
Ability to interact and work effectively with people
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Punctuality and outstanding attendance
Proficient computer skills
Knowledge of service provision in the intellectual/developmental disabilities field
Reliable means of communication and transportation
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance (if driving is required)
Working air conditioner and heater in personal vehicle (if transporting clients)
Keywords: Direct Support Professional, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, Supported Living, Community Support, Caregiver
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Supported Living and Employment Services is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
About Brightli
Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care.
Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), and Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO). While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come.
Brightli Snapshot
200 locations
4 states
19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates
5k+ employees