Direct Support Professional I

BECOMING INDEPENDENT JOB DESCRIPTION   POSITION:

• Direct Support Professional I (DSP I)  PROGRAM:   Living Services  POSITION DESCRIPTION:   A DSP I serves as a personal attendant for individuals who choose to or are working towards living independently.

A DSP I is expected to assist and supervise individuals with personal care needs as well as help them to achieve their personal goals through learning skills and participating in activities of their choice that the individuals, by virtue of their condition, cannot personally perform on an independent basis.  SALARY:

• $21.25-$21.75/hour  STATUS: Non-exempt; no employee supervision   CRITICAL JOB FUNCTIONS   While working with individuals, DSP I’s are expected to provide instruction, assistance, and supervision in skills essential for individuals striving for independent living as described below.   PROVIDE SUPPORTS & TR...