What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Housing Specialist position at Opportunity Development Centers Inc?
Description:
JOB HIGHLIGHTS
Responsibilities:
- Possess awareness of special needs and the ability to provide assistance according to the individual’s needs.
- Possess awareness of realistic work expectations regarding quality of work, and appropriate work behaviors.
- Communicate with supervisor in a timely manner.
- Responsible for collecting and reporting program data.
- Case management duties as assigned.
- Ability to perform assessments and intakes for individuals new to the program.
- Assist Individuals in exploring all housing options within the individual’s preferred location.
- Identify financial resources and determine the individual’s affordability.
- Responsible for assisting individuals with rental application completion, including obtaining necessary documents.
- Provide assistance with lease signings and move in coordination.
- Ability to travel throughout ODC’s service areas (Wisconsin Rapids, Marshfield, Stevens Point, Wausau, etc.)
- Observe and document daily progress, concerns, and outcomes of individuals.
- Complete first aid, CPR and CPI training and certification if requested to.
- Responsible for scheduling allotted time for individuals supported.
- Responsible for acquiring and maintaining relationships with property owners, rental agencies, mortgage officers and housing authorities.
- This position requires use of a company email address which requires an application to be downloaded on your personal cell phone for multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure cyber security.
Benefits:
- Great Work/Life Balance with Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Full Benefits Package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, etc. (FT employees)
- 401(k) with 4% Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts to help you save on Daycare Costs (FT employees)
- Pet Insurance
Schedule:
- Monday – Friday
- 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
- Schedule can be flexible
Why Choose ODC:
Here at ODC, we are dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to achieve their work and life goals. We are dedicated to building and supporting a welcoming work environment, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. Our purpose is to champion the power of human connection, and the heart of connection is inclusion. You belong here.
Requirements:Qualifications:
- High School graduate or equivalent
- One (1) year of experience working or volunteering with persons with disabilities or in nursing or home health care positions.
