DSP Plus for Adults w/IDD

About Us:

At Stepping Stone Support Center, we are not just another organization. We are a movement. Our mission is to give adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) opportunities to become the best versions of themselves. Every program, every class, and every interaction are rooted in our unwavering commitment to empower the people we serve, giving them a voice, a platform, and the ability to thrive. If you are seeking a place where your work can be a beacon of change, then Stepping Stone is your destination.

About the Role:

As a DSP (Direct Service Professional Plus), your mission is to make sure our support center and its various programs run smoothly day in, and day out. You will play a critical role in guiding, teaching, and supporting our participants.

● Team Guidance: Ensure that the support center and programs run smoothly from open to close and encourage collaboration with fellow advisors to make it happen.

● Skills Training: Teach job, life, and social skills to our participants (e.g., kitchen skills and teamwork).

● Operational Oversight: Maintain an atmosphere of positivity, respect, and high standards.

● Community Involvement: Lead or accompany participants in community-based activities.

Expected Outcomes:

Within 15 Days:

● Thoroughly understand Stepping Stone’s mission, programs, and methodologies.

● Build rapport with staff and participants, identifying individual strengths and areas for growth within your team.

Within 30 Days:

● Initiate improvements in daily operations that contribute to a more efficient and effective support center.

● Create and begin implementing a short-term development plan that focuses on team synergy and improving the skills/engagement of our participants.

Within 45 Days:

● Evaluate the success of your short-term development plan and make necessary adjustments.

● Demonstrate leadership that promotes a measurable improvement in team performance and participant engagement.

Need to Have:

● A minimum of a high school diploma

● Previous experience or strong desire to work with an at-risk population

● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

● Ability to work under pressure while ensuring top-notch care

Nice to Have:

● Previous experience in vocational training or life skills coaching

● Tech-savvy for record-keeping and documentation

Schedule:

● Full-time: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Fridays, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m., plus once/month staff meeting on Friday afternoon

Location:

● This is an on-site position, performed at our center: 9032 W. Ken Caryl Ave. in Littleton, CO

Pay Rate:

● $17/hr.

Benefits:

For Part- and Full-time Employees:

● Paid Sick Leave - See Employee Handbook for accrual information.

● Option to enroll in 401(k) plan - Must meet *requirements.

For Full-time Employees Only effective the first day of the month following the 60-day introductory period:

● Enrollment in small company-paid life insurance plan

● Option to choose a medical insurance plan (company pays first $300/mo. of premium), HSA option available on specific plans

● Option to register for company-paid dental insurance

● Option to purchase vision insurance

● Paid company-recognized holidays

● Paid time off & bereavement leave

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working with a vulnerable population (children, elderly, disabled)?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17