Direct Support Professional
nicholas centerGreenville (SC)
Direct Support Professional
Posted today
nicholas centerGreenville (SC)
SENIORITY
Mid
About the role
Job Description:
The Nicholas Center is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with Autism and similar intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving their social, communication, vocational, and community-integration goals. This role works across day habilitation programs and multiple community settings, reports to a program supervisor, and primarily supports social and communication development. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with opportunities for additional hours (until 5:30 p.m.) as needed and no weekends. Benefits include medical and life insurance, paid time off and federal holidays, paid family leave, short- and long-term disability, an employee assistance program, and online training and professional development..
Responsibilities:
Support participants in productive and meaningful day habilitation and community experiences.
Promote social and communication development, community involvement, and vocational goals.
Teach and reinforce workplace protocols, appropriate interactions, self-advocacy, and job acquisition and retention skills.
Monitor participant health and safety and report suspected abuse or neglect.
Complete accurate service documentation, daily notes, and other required records.
Provide coverage when a Job Coach or one-to-one Direct Support Professional is absent.
Maintain confidentiality and complete all required training.
Work respectfully and professionally with participants, coworkers, supervisors, and community members while following organizational values, ethics, and core competencies.
Required Qualifications: Valid, clean driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least two years of experience in direct support services. High school diploma or equivalent. Experience with Autism Support, Vocational Rehabilitation, Behavioral Support, Community Integration, Service Documentation, or Communication.\nCompany DescriptionThe Nicholas Center supports individuals with Autism to learn critical life skills, improve social and communication abilities, gain vocational training & jobs, and engage in meaningful community projects. With a focus on creating inclusive employment opportunities, The Nicholas Center offers a Supported Employment Program, supporting individuals on the job and has been instrumental in the creation and success of micro-businesses.
Company Description:
The Nicholas Center supports individuals with Autism to learn critical life skills, improve social and communication abilities, gain vocational training & jobs, and engage in meaningful community projects. With a focus on creating inclusive employment opportunities, The Nicholas Center offers a Supported Employment Program, supporting individuals on the job and has been instrumental in the creation and success of micro-businesses.
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