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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

 

Do you enjoy being up and active while making a difference in the lives of others?
This could be the role for you.

 

About Rainbow:


Rainbow was started in 1983 by a group of parents who were looking for a program to
assist their adults’ children who were not eligible for employment in sheltered workshops
or supported employment. Their goal was to retain learned skills by working on daily living
skills and community awareness. Over 40 years later Rainbow continues to provide these
crucial services to individuals throughout the area


About the position:


We are looking for caring, energetic direct care workers to provide positive,
compassionate support to the Individuals we serve in accordance with the Individual
Support Plan (ISP) Plan, Missouri Quality Outcomes and program goals set forth by the
care team daily duties include:
-Assist in an assigned learning spaces or on community outings with an assigned
group/individuals
-Maintain confidentiality for HIPPA
-Demonstrate engagement with Individuals in a supportive, helpful and gentle manner
-Ensure completion of daily documentation
-Work cooperatively with the team to maintain cleanliness of equipment and materials
-Attend and actively participate in required in-services, trainings, staff meetings or other
program plan meetings as assigned
-Ability to handle all physical aspects of the role including, bending, stooping, lifting 50lbs,
pushing, pulling, reaching and standing/walking for periods of time