Job Title: Direct Support Professional 

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri 

Department: ISL 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Summary: 
Join our compassionate and dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you will provide individualized support and training, helping clients thrive in their homes and communities. We are looking for empathetic individuals who are committed to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. Your skills in communication, patience, and teamwork will be invaluable as you work closely with clients to achieve their personal goals. 

As a DSP, you will provide essential support services, including personal assistance, independent skill development, and community integration. You will play a vital role in empowering clients to lead fulfilling lives while ensuring their safety and well-being. 

This position offers… 

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce 
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support clients in their daily activities and personal goals as outlined in their Individual Support Plans. 
• Accompany clients to medical appointments, recreational activities, and community resources. 
• Provide training in personal hygiene, money management, safety, household skills, meal preparation, and medication management. 
• Document client progress and maintain detailed records, including daily notes and receipts for purchases. 
• Implement emergency and safety drills as specified in the Individual Safety Plan. 
• Complete General Event Reports (GERs) and adhere to state guidelines. 
• Maintain current certifications in CPR, Standard First Aid, and Med Aide if administering medications. 
• Attend meetings and specialized training as required. 
• Complete competency-based Community Services orientation training. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 

• Must be 18 years of age; must have a high school diploma or GED. 
• One year of experience in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities, or successful completion of training in the Missouri Quality Outcomes approved by the Division of DD regional office. 

Additional Qualifications: 

• Must have a reliable means of communication. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Punctuality and excellent attendance are essential. 
• Good computer skills. 
• Must possess skills to read and understand written materials and write clearly and legibly. 
• Must have a working air conditioner and heater in any vehicle used for client transportation. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 
• Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shifts. 
• Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.