Direct Support Professional (DSP) | FT and PT Available!

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High School Diploma or equivalent
• •Valid driver's license meeting transportation requirements (Missouri Class E, out-of-state equivalent, or CDL with Passenger/School Bus endorsement)
• •Ability to follow written plans and verbal direction accurately and consistently
• •Strong supervision, engagement, and observation skills
• •Working knowledge of Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
• •Ability to implement BSPs and ISPs with fidelity
• •Basic documentation and technology skills
• •Ability to maintain emotional regulation and professionalism
• •Dependability, accountability, and teamwork
• •Willingness to learn, accept coaching, and improve performance
• •Ability to identify issues and escalate concerns appropriately
• •Effective verbal and written communication skills
• •Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and professionalism
• •High accountability and follow-through
• •Knowledge of crisis management, safety, and compliance standards
• •Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including maintaining continuous alertness, providing direct supervision, driving individuals served as required, and administering medications as trained
• •Ability to treat all individuals with dignity, respect, and compassion
• •Ability to use person-centered and trauma-informed language at all times
• •Ability to protect the physical and emotional safety of individuals served
• •Ability to immediately address behaviors or conditions that compromise dignity or safety
• •Ability to implement ISP and BSP interventions exactly as written
• •Ability to implement behavior support and skill-building interventions using ABA principles and evidence-based practices
• •Ability to maintain fidelity to clinical programming and seek clarification when plans are unclear or barriers arise
• •Ability to provide continuous supervision based on individual needs
• •Ability to support choice, autonomy, and self-determination within plan guidelines
• •Ability to communicate observations, concerns, and changes to the appropriate party
• •Ability to actively engage individuals in daily routines, relationships, and activities
• •Ability to support participation in community outings, recreation, and appointments
• •Ability to model positive social interaction and inclusion
• •Ability to build trust and rapport with individuals served
• •Ability to assist individuals with activities of daily living, including toileting, hygiene, meals, mobility, and medication administration as trained
• •Ability to support physical, emotional, behavioral, and social needs
• •Ability to observe changes in health or behavior and report promptly
• •Ability to follow all health, safety, and medication protocols
• •Ability to transport individuals served to appointments, outings, and community activities as required
• •Ability to administer medications and complete MAR documentation in accordance with training, physician orders, and BHA policy
• •Ability to complete all required documentation accurately and on time (shift reviews, logs, MARs, incident reports)
• •Ability to follow all BHA policies, procedures, and ethical standards
• •Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• •Ability to accept responsibility for assigned duties and outcomes
• •Ability to work cooperatively with other DSPs, Shift Supervisors, Clinical team members, Program Managers, and external stakeholders
• •Ability to accept direction, feedback, and coaching
• •Ability to communicate clearly regarding shift issues, client needs, or concerns
• •Ability to assist with delegated tasks as assigned
• •Ability to work closely with Behavioral Clinicians (BCBAs/Behavior Specialists) to implement BSPs, skill-acquisition programs, and environmental strategies
• •Ability to participate in coaching, modeling, and feedback to improve ABA implementation and outcomes
• •Ability to maintain continuous supervision and engagement of individuals served
• •Ability to follow daily schedules, routines, and expectations consistently
• •Ability to respond calmly and appropriately during crisis situations using PCM techniques
• •Ability to support a stable, safe, and predictable home environment
• •Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary home environment throughout the shift
• •Ability to ensure individuals have required meals, supplies, and personal items
• •Ability to complete assigned cleaning, household, and safety tasks
• •Ability to actively engage individuals; passive supervision is not acceptable
• •Ability to implement ISP/BSP supports consistently across the shift
• •Ability to complete all required documentation before the end of the shift
• •Ability to ensure individuals' daily care needs are met, including completion of personal hygiene routines, support with dressing and grooming as needed, and preparation and provision of healthy, well-balanced meals in accordance with individual care plans, dietary guidelines, and household routines
• •Ability to ensure the incoming shift is informed of the activities/needs of the individuals served before leaving their shift
• •Ability to implement reinforcement strategies, prompting procedures, and behavior-reduction strategies as outlined in BSPs and clinical programming
• •Ability to collect required behavioral and skill-acquisition data accurately and in real time, per clinical direction
• •Ability to take action to resolve issues within their control and to escalate concerns appropriately when resolution is not possible at the shift level
• •Ability to follow BHA timekeeping, documentation and company policies and guidelines
• •Ability to implement ABA-based interventions and data collection with fidelity, consistency, and integrity
• •Ability to transition between homes as needed for operational and individual needs
• •Ability to complete all documentation, billing, and reporting requirements in accordance with BHA and regulatory guidelines
• •Ability to uphold BHA's mission and values in all work performed
• •Willingness to work with individuals with complex behavioral, developmental, or medical needs

Desired Qualifications

• •Prior experience in direct support, residential services, or behavioral health