Description: $20.00/Hour Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Full-Time Paid Training IDD Day Services Required Schedule Full-Time: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM About Our House, Inc. At Our House, Inc., our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through innovative day programs, employment services, and community-based opportunities, we support individuals in building skills, independence, and meaningful connections.This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy active, hands-on work, community engagement, and supporting adults in a structured daytime program setting. Our Interview Process We believe in transparency and respect for your time.Once an application is fully completed and meets the minimum requirements, our recruitment team will respond within 48 business hours via email with an invitation to attend a group interview.While conducted in a group format, the interview is still an individual evaluation. During the session, we review:Program expectations and daily responsibilitiesAvailable program sites and participant needsPre-employment requirements and training scheduleBackground check processBenefits, compensation, and next stepsOur goal is to ensure you understand the role clearly-while also giving us the opportunity to determine if the program and position are a good mutual fit. Position Summary (Day Program DSP IDD Services Community-Based Support) The Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides supervision, instruction, and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured day program and community-based settings. DSPs engage participants in meaningful activities while ensuring safety, dignity, and compliance with individual service plans. Great Fit If You've Worked In This role is a strong match for candidates with experience in:Schools or Special Education settings (paraprofessionals, classroom aides, school support staff)Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) roles, including behavior technicians or assistantsChildcare, daycare, or early childhood educationRecreation or camp programs, including fitness, aquatics, outdoor, or adaptive recreationYouth programs, after-school programs, or community-based programsHuman services or social services supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) Also a Great Transition If You've Worked In: Customer service, retail, or hospitality roles where you supported diverse individuals, managed challenging situations, and provided hands-on assistanceHealthcare support or entry-level medical rolesBehavioral health, mental health support, or peer support rolesSecurity, transportation, or logistics roles requiring awareness, safety, and accountabilityIf you've built strong communication skills, patience, problem-solving ability, and the confidence to work directly with people, this role offers a meaningful transition into human services and residential/day program support-no prior IDD experience required, just the right mindset and willingness to learn. Requirements: Essential Skills & ResponsibilitiesSupervise program participants in accordance with individual service plan supervision guidelines, including line-of-sight supervision when requiredActively engage in all scheduled activities with participants, including but not limited to: Swimming and fitness activities Exercise and skill-building programs Gardening, farming, and outdoor activities Fishing and community-based recreation Domestic skill development (laundry, dishwashing, cleaning tasks) Maintain required staff-to-participant ratios at all times in facility-based and community settingsSafely transport individuals to volunteer sites, activities, and appointments using agency vehicles, including highway and long-distance driving, in compliance with the Our House, Inc. Safe Driving PolicyEnsure cleanliness, safety, and security of the program site, including performing general cleaning duties as neededAssist participants with toileting and hygiene needs, including use of adult incontinence products and post-accident clean-up when necessaryDemonstrate flexibility by supporting various participants and working across different program sites as assignedAttend and actively participate in monthly staff meetings and quarterly all-agency meetings Physical & Mental Demands Ability to write and type legibly using a computer, laptop, or other company-provided deviceAbility to read, interpret, and apply charts, diagrams, and written instructionsAbility to enter and navigate program sites and community locations safelyAbility to observe, hear, and respond promptly if a participant requires assistance or is in dangerAbility to physically demonstrate tasks and activities to participantsAdequate motor skills to assist participants with physical disabilities and to respond quickly to prevent injury or unsafe situationsAbility to redirect participants exhibiting behavioral challenges (e.g., self-injury, elopement, aggression)Strong judgment and problem-solving skills to manage daily situations independentlyAbility to work independently while maintaining required staffing ratiosAbility to accompany and supervise participants during appointments, community activities, and recreational eventsStrong verbal communication and comprehension skills for interaction with participants, staff, and community membersAbility to attend off-site trainings as requiredAbility to assist participants with hygiene needs, including bathing, showering, and toiletingAbility to assist individuals using wheelchairs in program and community settingsAbility to safely transfer participants in and out of bathrooms, vehicles, beds, or other equipment as neededAbility to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including masks when requiredAbility to drive agency vehicles regularly to transport participants and complete business errands Lift / Force Requirements Constant: 10 lbsFrequent: 25 lbsOccasional: 50 lbs Qualifications Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) checkMust be comfortable driving agency vehicles on a regular basis, including highway drivingMust have reliable transportation to and from workAt minimum, a high school diploma, GED, or foreign equivalentMust be 21 years of age or olderAbility to attend and successfully complete required paid training and maintain annual recertificationsComfortable using computers and electronic systems for documentation, email communication, and data entryAbility to provide professional references during the application process Compensation & Benefits Competitive full-time pay and benefits, including:Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insuranceLife insuranceTuition assistanceMatching 401(k) retirement planPaid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time) Equal Opportunity Employer Our House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact . Employment Disclosure This job description does not constitute a contract. Duties and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc. Employment is at-will.Compensation details: 20-20 Hourly WagePIef35fc7c440d-1563