Overview
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Jobs in Denver, CO at Garden
We’re Not Your Typical Garden
Cultivate growth in children, teens and adults with autism and special needs at Garden! Our on-site and community-based programming offers a variety of opportunities for individuals with neurodiversities and special needs so they can make friends and develop important skills all while having fun. We’re looking for amazing humans with unrelenting passion and energy to join our team of Direct Support Professionals as we work to create supportive programs for this unique and gifted population.
A Support Specialist works with individuals with special needs in the person’s home, at a base site or in the community. As a DSP, you will provide assistance and support to people with special needs in areas that may include but not limited to: community access, supervision, household support, employment, individual protocols, personal care, and/or money management. We will provide you with comprehensive paid training and support as you create fun and nurturing experiences for the people we serve. Whether you’re looking to add experience or you’re a seasoned professional, there’s a place for you to grow at Garden.
Requirements:
- GED or High School Diploma
- Valid Driver’s License
- Reliable vehicle
- Use of personal vehicle w/ mileage reimbursement or company vehicle if available
- Vehicle Insurance
- Driving Record
- Background Check
- Physical Requirements: ability to lift 50lbs, ability to push/pull a minimum of 200lbs, ability to run, stay with, catch up to individuals served with elopement needs, ability to bend, reach, twist, and squat.
Some of the Perks
- Paid training
- Health & dental benefits
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Amazing culture that values team members and strives for a work-life balance
- Part time and full-time positions available
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
How You’ll Make an Impact:
· Work with assigned individuals according to weekly schedule.
· Teach/role model the skills as identified by the persons IP (Individualized Plan). This could include: Community Access, Supervision, Individual Protocols (behavior, medical, elopement, toileting, transfer), Employment & Career Coaching, Money Management, Support the person to develop connections/relationships in their local community, Support and encourage the person in making responsible choices.
· Document daily contact notes, ISSP (Individualized Support & Service Plan) Data Tracking, incident reports, and assist/complete other assessments or paperwork
within 24 hours of working with the person/people.
· Assist people served with medical/personal care needs including but not
limited to: Changing/restroom assistance, Car transferring, Wheelchair access, Seizure / medication needs, Bending, reaching, twisting, squatting are required when assisting people served with repositioning, transferring and other activities of daily living.
· Lift a minimum of: 50 pounds & push/ pull a minimum of 200 pounds. Physical ability to run / stay with / catch up to individuals served with elopement needs.
We are adding to our team immediately! Initial interviews are held virtually, on-site and/or in person at Garden. Out of state applicants need not apply.
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Work Location:
- On site and in the community.
- FT position: 8:45 a.m.- 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. (M-TH; 1/2 day Friday)
- PT position: 2:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. (M-F varied days)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.29 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license?
- Do you have vehicle insurance?
- Do you have a reliable vehicle you are willing to use to transport clients? (Mileage reimbursement provided)
- Are you willing to provide authorization for background checks and motor vehicle reports?
- Can you meet the physical requirements for this position (ability to lift 50lbs, push/pull a minimum of 200 lbs, ability to maintain pace with individuals served, ability to bend, reach, twist, and squat)?
Work Location: In person
Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Company: Garden
Location: Denver, CO
