Direct Support Professional Featured

Position Summary

We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team at Project New Generation, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities who require behavioral support in a group home setting. In this role, you will provide hands-on care, teach independent living skills, and implement individualized behavior support plans to help residents live safely, confidently, and with dignity. The ideal candidate will have patience, emotional stability, and a genuine passion for empowering individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges to reach their fullest potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to residents with developmental disabilities, including those with behavioral health needs, in a group home environment
• Implement and follow Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) as written, without deviation
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and eating
• Support residents with meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and other household routines
• Administer or assist with medication according to agency policy and training (medication administration certification may be required)
• Recognize and respond to behavioral triggers using approved de-escalation and crisis prevention techniques
• Document daily progress notes, incident reports, and behavioral data accurately and on time
• Transport residents to appointments, community outings, day programs, and activities as needed
• Support residents in building social, communication, vocational, and independent living skills
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including behavior analysts, nurses, case managers, and family members
• Maintain a safe, clean, and structured home environment
• Respond calmly and professionally during emergencies or crisis situations
• Attend all required staff meetings and ongoing training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health needs preferred
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Article 9/DDD/DES fingerprint clearance card, or ability to obtain one
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (if transporting residents)
• Ability to complete required trainings, including CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), medication administration, and behavior support training
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in high-stress situations
• Physical ability to assist with transfers, mobility support, and other physical care needs as required
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

What We’re Looking For

Someone who leads with empathy, stays consistent under pressure, and genuinely believes in the potential of every individual we serve — regardless of the behavioral or developmental challenges they face.