Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Part-Time

Optimae values diversity and we encourage everybody, including those from traditionally overlooked identity groups, to apply.

Optimae LifeServices in Mount Pleasant is looking for part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). The Direct Support Professional supports individuals in the expansion of their abilities, empowering them to choose and be successful in valued roles within their living, learning, working, and social environments.

Applicants should possess a willingness and desire to work with people experiencing Mental Illness, Intellectual, and Developmental Disabilities. If you want more than a job, join our team where you can make a difference; assist in teaching life skills to individuals in a community based setting.

Duties:

• Supporting our customers to achieve the personal goals of their choice.
• Utilize our customer's individualized service plans to teach daily living skills.
• Support our customer's in their living, social and learning environments.
• Understand and maintain privacy and demonstrate respect.
• Demonstrate good role modeling for people we serve.
• Act in a professional manner.
• Complete individual service documentation following Optimae's policy and procedure.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings and personalized monthly coaching.
• Communicate with team members.

We are looking for self-directed individuals with characteristics of compassion, respect, and problem solving skills. Flexible scheduling and no experience necessary, we will train.

Qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed driver with a dependable vehicle and automobile insurance.
• Experience working with individuals who have Mental Illness, Intellectual Disabilities, and Developmental Disabilities are preferred.
• Background check required which includes Child and Dependent Adult Abuse and driving record check.

A Note Regarding Experience:

Are you excited about this role, but don’t feel that your past experience fits perfectly with every qualification in the job description? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate to join the Optimae family!

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Working with people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person