Direct Support Specialist - Pasrr Dsd

Seven Counties Services

Full time
Teaches activities of daily living skills
Facilitates community-based activities
Provides transportation and driving duties
Seven Counties Services is seeking a Direct Support Specialist who will provide support and coaching for individuals with disabilities, focusing on activities of daily living and community integration. The role involves teaching, monitoring, and facilitating access to resources while ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching and coaching individuals on activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and money management.
  • Employees act as ambassadors for the organization by integrating clients into the community and facilitating access to essential resources like schools and job placement.
  • The role requires providing transportation using company or personal vehicles while adhering to strict safety practices and driver certification standards.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Seven Counties Services is seeking a Direct Support Specialist who will provide support and coaching for individuals with disabilities, focusing on activities of daily living and community integration. The role involves teaching, monitoring, and facilitating access to resources while ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Teaches activities of daily living skills
  • Facilitates community-based activities
  • Provides transportation and driving duties
  • Practices verbal de-escalation techniques
  • Documents services and care provided

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to communicate with nonverbal individuals
  • Patience and empathy for clients
  • Nurturing attention to disabilities
  • Maturity and sound judgment
  • Collaborative spirit with community systems

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Zero to one year experience in mental health or disability services
  • Valid driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance
  • Positive driving record required
  • 18 years of age or older

Work Rights

Not specified

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