Job Description

Job Location: Miami Co General - Paola, KS 66071Direct Support Professional
$19.25 an hour
- Evening Hours-  2:30-10:30 PM
- Overnight Hours-10:30 PM- 8:30 AM
About Us:
Lakemary has been a leader in providing individualized services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and other intellectual/developmental differences. Our distinguished, nationally recognized programs and services touch the lives of more than 450 people and their families from all over the United States.
:
In this role you will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the residential environment primarily during evening hours.
Direct Support Professionals Responsibilities:
- Provide direction and supervision on ground and in the community.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from others as appropriate.
- Understand and follow instructions provided by supervisor(s).
- Intervene in crisis situations, including physical management of persons served, using approved crisis management system and skills.
- Keep the work environment safe, clean, and orderly.
- Complete all documentation by the end of shift.
Direct Support Professional

Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Due to Insurance criteria be at least 18+ years of age
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) to meet standard driving requirements
- Preferred direct care experience
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of persons served and staff.
- Utilize time management skills.
- Interpret, apply and explain applicable rules and regulations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- - Reliability
- - Honesty & integrity
- - Good communication & problem-solving skills