Direct Support Professional-Recreation Coordi

Job Title: Direct Support Professional/Recreation Coordinator

Supervised by: Community Support Professional Manager  

Qualifications:  They shall be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED. Must have a Missouri Class E Chauffer’s license and ability to pass a Missouri DOT physical. A minimum of fifty (50) hours of training shall be completed within 90 days of employment. Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Licenses, Certificates necessary to perform job: 

• CPR/First Aid
• Nonviolent Crisis Interventions
• Level 1 Medication Aid Certification
• Tools of Choice
• MO Class E Chauffer’s license
• MO DOT Physical

Physical Requirements: (reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary)

1. Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods throughout the workday
2. Capability to lift, transfer, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds independently, and assist with heavier loads using proper equipment or team lifting techniques.
3. Physical ability to safely assist individuals with mobility needs, including transfers to/from wheelchairs, vehicles, beds, and seating
4. Ability to navigate stairs, uneven terrain, and other environmental barriers while supporting individuals as needed
5. Sufficient strength, coordination, and stamina to perform personal care tasks (e.g., bathing, dressing, toileting assistance).
6. Demonstrates fine and gross motor skills necessary for daily caregiving duties, documentation, and safe operation of equipment. Including, but not limited to the use of a telephone, iPad and/or laptop
7. Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently and assist passengers safely in various environments
8. Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely for extended periods, including maintaining alertness and proper posture while driving
9. Physical capability to perform CPR and emergency response procedures as required
10. Ability to perform light maintenance tasks, such as cleaning and washing vehicles
11. Adequate vision (with or without correction) to safely drive, monitor surroundings, and recognize changes in client condition.
12. Adequate hearing to communicate effectively, respond to alarms or signals, and ensure client safety
13. Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) for documentation and coordination of care
14. Physical and mental ability to respond quickly in emergency or high-stress situations
15. Ability to pass and comply with random drug and alcohol testing requirements to ensure safety-sensitive job performance

Pay: Hourly; non-exempt

Benefits: Health Insurance (30+ hours), Retirement Plan 

Vacation: Level I--FT only

Hours:    Flexible. Hours shall be scheduled at times needed to ensure proper supervision of individuals served. All employees shall abide by ABiLITY policies as a condition of employment. This job description is not an employment contract. Employment is at will and may be terminated at any time by either party. ABiLITY reserves the right to modify duties and responsibilities at any time. 

Summary of Duties: A direct support professional shall assist individuals in maintaining a residence of their own choosing in the community. They will assist individuals with promoting and maintaining independence through daily living skills. In the role of recreation coordinator, they must schedule appropriate recreation activities and carry out such as scheduled. All individuals, surrogates and supervisors must be kept informed of activities and requirements for participation. They will be qualified as a Special Olympics coach and coordinate Special Olympic activities in Franklin County. They will recruit and supervise volunteers 

Federal Exclusions Screening Notice

All candidates for this position are subject to a mandatory screening against the List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE) database as part of our pre-employment process.

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