Direct Support Professional
CSS Direct Support Professional (DSP) PTII
Part Time
Henry County
The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for Missouri citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Community Support Services (CSS) advances the organizational mission by
providing outstanding direct support to Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while empowering
them to achieve their highest level of independence through high-quality and diverse support services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Direct Support Professional, you will:
Integrate Individuals by encouraging and facilitating community connections; assisting in building meaningful
relationships with others in their community; and encouraging participation in activities and programs which
provide opportunities to spend time constructively and enjoyably
Empower Individuals by seeking opportunities where Individuals may demonstrate independence; aiding and
assisting with skill development in areas of self-help, self-determination, and self-advocacy; and observing,
encouraging and recording Individuals’ progress toward established goals
Aid Individuals by providing physical and emotional support; and maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable living
environment through general housekeeping duties (which may include making beds, cooking meal, laundry, care
of equipment, etc.)
Support the Health of Individuals by assisting them with personal care and hygiene activities; assisting them with
administering medications; and assisting with therapies or other medically related needs.
Ensure regulatory compliance by completing required documentation to standard and in a timely fashion within
established guidelines; actively participating in trainings and meetings; demonstrating professionalism, reliability,
good attendance, and accountability
Strengthen positive work culture by participating in effective, courteous and professional communication;
showing kindness and patience to Individuals and co-workers; demonstrating respect and responsibility in daily
work; and practicing advocacy and encouragement in all aspects of employment
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, preferred
REQUIRED MISCELLANEOUS QUALIFICATIONS
Valid driver’s license
Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle
Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory (paid) trainings including (but not limited to) CPR/First Aid, Medication
Administration (Med Aide), and Universal Precautions to include CPR/First Aid and Level 1 Med-Aide
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to complete the essential duties and
responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions and meet physical requirements.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Accountability
Attention to detail
Compassion and kindness
Courtesy and friendliness
Ethical behavior and decision making
Flexibility with scheduling changes
Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility supportive
Initiative
Organizational skills
Positivity with a collaborative attitude
Professional and courteous communication
Stress management
Time management with ability to meet documentation
expectations and deadlines
Welcoming attitude
COMPETENCIES
Able to follow directions
Able to document electronically in proprietary systems
Comfortable with providing personal care
Computer, and electronic communication comfortable
Independent worker
Learning-focused
Organized
Person-centered
Policy-supportive
Problem solver
Reliable
Respectful and professional in communications
Responsible
Team player
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability and strength to position/lift/transfer greater than 50 lbs. (an adult human being) regularly, including the
ability to safely assist an adult human being to the ground to perform CPR
Continuous ability to push and pull 100-125 lbs. of pressure consistently over extended periods as per requirements
of performing CPR, as defined by the American Heart Association
Continuous ability to kneel on hard or other surfaces for extended periods, as per requirements of performing CPR
Lift, carry, squat, bend, move, push or pull, sit or stand repetitively and for long intermittent periods
Type on a keyboard for extended periods, and view a computer or other electronic screen for intermittent periods
Walk and/or stand for extended periods
Hours and rate of pay are subject to change relative to program and business needs.
EEO STATEMENT
Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 660-826-4401 ext. 553 or 660-665-1111 ask for HR.
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