What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Support Specialist / Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Better Life Adult Living?
Position Summary:
Better Life Adult Living is seeking a compassionate, proactive, and reliable Community Support Specialist (CCSI) / Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide hands-on assistance to individuals in a supportive living environment. This role focuses on helping residents with daily living tasks, community outings, personal hygiene, and skill-building activities to promote independence and quality of life.
The ideal candidate must have reliable transportation, valid auto insurance, and be comfortable taking residents on weekly community outings. If you are caring, responsible, and looking for a meaningful career helping others, this position is for you!
Key Responsibilities:Resident Care & Support
- Assist individuals with daily living activities, including:
- Personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting) as needed.
- Meal preparation and feeding assistance when necessary.
- Medication administration and documentation per established protocols.
- Encourage and support independent living skills and decision-making.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' well-being.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and structured home environment.
Community Engagement & Transportation
- Take residents into the community weekly for social, recreational, and employment-related activities.
- Provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, and community events.
- Encourage participation in local programs, hobbies, and social outings.
- Ensure safety during transit and community activities.
Household & Administrative Support
- Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation.
- Maintain accurate documentation of residents’ daily activities, progress, and any incidents.
- Implement and follow Individual Service Plans (ISP) and behavior support strategies.
- Ensure compliance with Better Life Adult Living policies and DD Waiver regulations.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proactive, responsible, and dependable—does not wait to be told what to do.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in caring for residents.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, staff, and families.
- Basic computer and documentation skills.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED (Required).
- Reliable personal transportation and valid auto insurance (Required).
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (Required).
- Ability to transport residents in your own insured vehicle for community outings.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
