Looking for a Monday-Friday job where you can make a real difference? Join VIP, Inc. as a Direct Service Advisor (DSA) and help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, explore employment opportunities, and become more independent in their communities.
Why You’ll Love This Job
$19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Monday-Friday schedule
No weekends
Mileage reimbursement when transporting clients
Full-time position with benefits
Paid time off and holidays
401(k) savings plan and employer-paid life insurance
Employee discounts on theme parks, movies, retail, groceries, and more
Meaningful work where you can see the impact you make every day
Schedule
What You’ll Do
As a Direct Service Advisor, you’ll work with a small group of approximately three clients in the community. You’ll help them develop workplace and life skills while exploring employment opportunities that match their interests and abilities.
Create and coordinate daily activities focused on employment, skill development, and community participation.
Transport a small group of clients from VIP’s office to community locations using your own dependable vehicle.
Provide individual and group supervision in the community and during on-site activities.
Use hands-on training and coaching strategies to help clients reach their vocational, social, and personal goals.
Help clients explore job opportunities and develop skills that can lead to greater independence.
Complete daily case notes and provide feedback on client progress.
What We’re Looking For
21 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, vehicle registration, and a clean driving record.
Reliable personal vehicle available for transporting clients.
Comfortable driving clients to various community locations.
Dependable, patient, and responsible.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A genuine interest in helping others succeed.
Previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Job Coach, Caregiver, Behavioral Technician, or in a similar support role is helpful, but a passion for helping others is what matters most.
About VIP
At VIP, Inc., our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities through employment, training, and support. With more than 200 team members, we support over 750 individuals each year as they build skills, pursue employment, and work toward greater independence.
If you’re looking for meaningful work, a consistent weekday schedule, and an opportunity to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
VIP, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Job Type: Full-time
Keywords: Direct Service Advisor, DSA, Direct Support Professional, DSP, Job Coach, Caregiver, Disability Services, Employment Specialist, Community Support
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