Active Day has several opportunities for DSPs/Drivers

No Experience - No Problem We will train you!

Full-Time

This is a dual-role giving you the opportunity to serve our members in center and on the road!  You will be key to ensuring that our members enjoy a loving and caring environment! 

So - If you are looking for a role that is diverse and rewarding - THIS IS IT! 

As a DSP, you will lead by example, bring a positive attitude, provide thoughtful and caring support to adults with intellectual disabilities and developmental needs.  You will focus on providing vocational, recreational, leisure and social skills, support and instruction with a focus on community integration.

As a Driver /Shuttle Driver Special Needs you need to enjoy driving, have a safe driving record and a passion to serve others in the community.  We will teach you the rest!  

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to participate in benefits programs, including:

• Paid Time Off (“PTO”)
• Medical/Vision
• Dental
• 401(k)

DSP responsibilties include:  

• Supervising members' work production which includes the operation of machinery. 
• Ensuring members' work quality. 
• Actively assisting in enriching members' lives by encouraging recreation, leisure activities, and community inclusion.
• Assisting members with activities of daily living and personal care as needed (e.g.: arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transferring, restroom assistance, etc.) and provide emotional support and encouragement.
• Participating in planning, facilitation and documentation of individual behavior support plans.
• May be required to intervene in crisis situations and unexpected behaviors in accordance with approved strategies and techniques.

In addition to having fun and putting a smile on our members' faces, your responsibilities as a Driver / Shuttle Driver include: 

• Ensuring members are transported safely whenever they are in your care!
• Assisting members with on- and off-boarding and with any special needs during transport.
• Ensuring the company vehicle is “member-ready” at all times:  sparkling clean and free from obstacles as well as in good working condition, reporting any issues promptly.  You want to make sure the vehicle carrying precious cargo is in perfect running order

DSP qualifications include: 

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• This is a physical job, you will need to be able to:
• Push, pull, bend, squat, turn, pivot, transfer and lift at least 50 pounds
• Able to navigate technology and to enter data/documentation.
• Ability to pass required physical exams including the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical preferred. 
• Successful results of a background check, motor vehicle report, drug testing and any other state-specific requirements.

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