Direct Support Professional - Walpole, NH

Job Description

Job Description

Walpole, NH: Full-time, 20-25 hours, part-timeMonadnock Developmental Services is seeking a qualified applicant for a Part-time, DSP position in Walpole, Keene and Springfield, VT. Up to 25 hours per week with flexible daytime hours. Mileage reimbursement included.Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:support the individual in their community with social schedule, volunteer commitments, exercise, personal care, and visiting with friends and familysupport their interests with social engagements, listening to music, and being around animalswork as the translator for the non-verbal individual, to the verbal worldDirect Support Professional Requirements:support individual out in the communityassist with meal preparationpersonal care needstransportation of individual for errands, appointments and community participant programscontinued support and development of individual's monthly goalsmaintain accurate records of daily activities, behaviors and progress**Training will be provided in all applicable areas for each program**Direct Support Professional minimum qualifications include:a patient, encouraging, friendly, dedication, creativity, commitment to building a relationship, and a sense of humorSchedule is flexible, including weekday and/or weekend hours.Pre-employment Background Check Requirements: Criminal records, motor vehicle record, Bureau of Adult and Aging Services (BAAS), Division of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF), Office of Inspector General (OIG)