Job Description

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. Key Responsibilities include supporting clients in daily activities and personal goals as outlined in their Individual Support Plans, accompanying clients to medical appointments, recreational activities, and community resources, providing training in personal hygiene, money management, safety, household skills, meal preparation, and medication management, documenting client progress and maintaining detailed records, implementing emergency and safety drills, completing General Event Reports and adhering to state guidelines, maintaining current certifications in CPR, Standard First Aid, and Med Aide if administering medications, attending meetings and specialized training, completing competency-based Community Services orientation training, and performing other duties as assigned. Education and experience requirements include being at least 18 years old, having a high school diploma or GED, and one year of experience in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities or successful completion of approved training. Additional qualifications include reliable communication means, good verbal and written communication skills, punctuality, good computer skills, ability to read and write clearly, and having a working air conditioner and heater in any vehicle used for client transportation. Physical requirements involve sedentary work with occasional exertion up to 10 pounds and repetitive movements for typing or writing. The position offers various perks and benefits including employee assistance programs, mileage reimbursement, employee discounts, a supportive workplace culture, paid time off for full-time employees, health and retirement benefits for full-time employees, top-notch training, and career mobility opportunities. Brightli is a mission-driven behavioral and community mental health provider focused on improving client care, reducing financial burdens, increasing access to mental health and substance use care, and evolving the behavioral health industry. The company values diversity, inclusion, and a supportive work environment. Brightli is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a smoke and tobacco free workplace.

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