Job Description

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At Sweet Influence Inc. we provide care for individuals with developmental disabilities. DSPs encourage the individuals we support to learn new skills, increase independence, connect with their communities, and achieve their life goals. 

DSP responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Assisting individuals with their daily living needs, personal hygiene care, and skill development.

• Increasing Community Participation (such as daily errands, attending events, restaurants, purchasing items, travel training, etc.)

• Increasing Independence (such as helping the individual learn to do laundry, cook, clean, dress, grocery shop, pay for items, etc.)

• Assisting with Learning Activities (such as basic tutoring – math, reading, writing; support in attending a class; etc.)

• Assisting with On-The-Job Support (such as safety awareness, using the restroom, attending to tasks, lunch/breaks, etc.)

Job Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age

• Must pass State/Federal Criminal Background and Central Registry checks

• CARI check completion within 10 days of start of service

• Drug Testing per Stephen Komninos Law prior to start of service

• Valid driver’s license and abstract (not to exceed 5 points) if driving is required

• Must complete approved CPR and Safety Training 

• Stephen Komninos’ & Danielle's Law Training via CDS prior to start of service

• Completion of CDS DDD mandatory training bundle within 90 dates of hire

• EXPERIENCE PREFERRED!