Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Make a living making a difference!

We are looking for compassionate and dependable people to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate meaningful and productive activities for individuals.
• Learn the individuals being supported well – their likes and dislikes, strengths and needs, interests and preferences, and their health requirements.
• Support communication between the individual and others using relevant assistive technology devices and strategies.
• Support healthy expression of individuality.
• Support individuals in accomplishing Individual Service Plan goals.
• Plan and facilitate activities that promote opportunities to expand personal interests, build skills, develop friendships, and fulfill valued social roles.
• Assist, train, and encourage individuals to use community resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• New Mexico driver’s license.
• Certified Nurse’s Assistant preferred.
• Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to provide physical assistance to individuals.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Pay rate: $15.00 to $17.00 per hour

Tobosa is an Equal Opportunity Employer