Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP)

Lifeworks is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional 2 to work with adults with disabilities in the Apple Valley facility, the surrounding community and virtually. The Service Facilitator position will support individuals through focused activities that challenge and enrich the long-range goals of the individuals served. Direct Support Professional 2 carry a caseload; attend intakes and annual meetings; complete annual paperwork; and coordinate with the individuals served and their support teams to ensure person centered planning and services. Position Title: Direct Support Professional 2 Department: Day Services Hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week, Monday Friday (non-exempt) Location: Lifeworks Services Apple Valley / 100% in-person Compensation: $20 - $21.50 per hour Sign on bonus: $1,500 (to be paid out at 60 days and 120 days of employment) Bonus Eligible: Yearly What we offer employees: Lifeworks offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: -18 days of PTO accrued in the first year of employment -11 paid holidays (New Year s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a Personal Holiday) -Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short & long-term disability coverage -Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), and prescription drug coverage -Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement -403(b) retirement plan Lifeworks contributes 3% of your salary and matches up to 4% of employee contributions -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) You'll succeed in this role if you: -Are passionate about working at a mission-driven organization which promotes self-determination and choice for people with disabilities. -Enjoy developing innovative opportunities which enhance everyday lives. -Seek out diverse perspectives and are willing to learn with and from others. -Are engaged by supporting others in building new skills, exploring their interests, and meeting their goals. -Are flexible and like working in a fast-paced environment which can change day to day. -Can communicate effectively both through writing and speaking with others. -Are tech savvy and familiar with video meeting software, like Zoom, and Microsoft Office products like Outlook, Word, and Microsoft Teams. -Are open to learning new skills which will help you be successful in this role and expand your career opportunities. How you ll be spending your time: -Working closely with program team to meet the daily needs of individual served -Identifying, writing, and implementing new person-centered plans and goals for the individuals. -Effectively communicating and coordinating with individuals support teams. Organizing group activities in the community or facilities based on the interests of the members of the group. -Transporting individuals out into the community for volunteering and other outings using a company vehicle. Ensuring that individuals health and safety is maintained by following their individual plan of care and Lifeworks policies and procedures.