Direct Support Professional (Winamac, IN)

Direct Support Professionals (DSP's) provide services to children and adults with medical and/or physical
and developmental disabilities. We strive to help our client live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
Depending on the needs of the client, Direct Support Professionals provide assistance with living skills
development, health maintenance and medication administration, personal care, and behavioral
development.

DSPs work in a number of settings including Group Homes (small residential homes that serve 2-8
people), and Home and Community Based Services (in-home care and supports).

DSPs provide services that enrich the lives of our client with an emphasis placed on creating an
environment that encourages the client to experience a full life directly related to our mission of
"Creating Opportunities/Supporting Success".

DSPs provide respite, assist the client in participating in traditional daily and weekly activities such as
shopping at the grocery store, going to movies, enjoying hobbies, employment and vocational activities,
etc.

DSPs provide care and assistance to promote good health; helps client receive medical care and
communicates with medical professionals; administers medications according to physician instructions;
records information regarding health events, conditions, and status; provides First Aid/CPR and seeks
emergency medical care when needed

DSPs Serve as role model and mentor, demonstrating the desired behaviors, and coaches the client using
approved techniques and strategies; uses approved physical intervention techniques when they are
necessary to protect client and others

We need team members who can: 1) lift up to 60 lbs, and be able to walk, bend, squat, turn at the knees,
back, wrists and shoulders, and grasp with both hands; 2) be able to see and hear with or without
correction; 3) must have a high school diploma or equivalent; 4) have a valid Indiana driver's license and
auto insurance; 5) be able to speak, read, and write in English; 6) successfully complete the Peak
Community Services training programs; 7) be able to complete all required paperwork and submit by
required deadlines and timelines; 8) pass a background check.