What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at LiV-Ability?
We are currently seeking someone with a positive and uplifting personality to work with our clients with disabilities and their families. We have a part-time opening for our Lehi area during the daytime from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
At LiV-ABILITY we offer services to people with disabilities to teach them the skills they need to be productive, contributing members of their communities. Our clients have competitively paid jobs, serve others through volunteering and giving back and are apart of the everyday life of their communities.
In this position, you will have the opportunity to provide some or all of the following services for our clients and their families:
- Job coaching services: (Going with our clients to their jobs and helping them independently maintain employment)
- Supported living services: (Spending one-on-one time with clients doing activities the individual enjoys)
- Day program services: (Community based group program, where 2-4 clients are placed in a group and do free and/or low cost activities within the community).
As a Direct Support Professional you will work with people with disabilities to teach them the skills necessary for them to become as independent as possible. This position involves teaching individuals work skills necessary to obtain employment and independently maintain employment in the community. Our staff provide ongoing support to clients working at various places of employment within their community.
Many of our clients also enjoy being active during their supported living time. Supported living activities may include going bowling, playing basketball, going to the park, going to the gym, swimming, and other activities.
Applicants must be able to pass a background check, be willing to become CPR certified, have reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance.
Job Type: Part-time (15-30 hours)
No experience required!!!