ABLE, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing relationships, providing opportunities for growth and encouraging people to reach their personal dreams.

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Value Statement:

We view all human life as having equal and unconditional value. Each life should be nurtured, respected, celebrated and fulfilled.  All ABLE, Inc. employees have a primary role of discovering who people are, who they love, what they enjoy and what enhances their lives. We discover these things about people through day-to-day supports. As an employee of ABLE, Inc., you are part of a team of family, friends, coworkers and community associates working together to support people with developmental disabilities to fully participate in and contribute to community life. We support the life-long process of personal growth of all people.

As a Direct Support Professional we expect you to:

Serve as a "role model" of commitment, energy, integrity, conduct and appropriate dress.

Unite people with families and their communities through participation and/or activity development.

Provide positive motivation for people to be as independent as possible in their daily routine.

Provide calm, respectful support when needed and acknowledge effort and achievement.

Offer stimulating activities for people to participate in the home and community.

Respect people's choices without judgment and honor each person's rights.

Take personal interest in people we support by knowing and honoring their preferences.

Related Duties:

1. Drive an ABLE, Inc. or privately owned vehicle to transport people.
2. Complete healthcare and related duties. (For example: personal cares, medications, oxygen, enemas, glucose testing, occupational/physical therapies, follow diets/menus, perform CPR and/or First Aid.
3. Lift and carry 50+ pounds approximately eight times in an eight-hour shift.
4. Communicate effectively (through various methods) to people supported, guardians, families, various professionals and coworkers.
5. Participate in the Life Planning process and complete assignments as required.
6. Complete required training-estimate of one module per month for a total of 14 modules, Therapeutic Intervention, CPR and First Aid.
7. Promote a clean, safe, friendly environment and follow Safety and Sanitation practices.
8. Meal preparation.
9. Ability to independently problem solve in a positive manner.
10. Follow ABLE, Inc. policies and procedures which include, but not limited to, reporting suspected abuse, neglect and/or exploitation and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Valid drivers' license with an insurable driving record per ABLE, Inc.'s insurance carrier and provide current proof of personal vehicle insurance.
3. People oriented and be able to positively advocate on a person's behalf.
4. Dependable and flexible, available to work rotating shifts 24/7, 365 days per year.
5. Self-reliant, self-initiating and project a "calming" presence and attitude.
6. Honest and dedicated.
7. Pass drug and alcohol testing.