Adult Direct Support Professional

About Us: Tesh, Inc. is a nationally accredited private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing child development, independent living, and employment choices and training to people with disabilities of all ages seeking greater independence, self-sufficiency, and participation in our community. We have served over 20,000 children and adults with disabilities since 1976.

Work Environment: Our culture is one of dedication to the participants that we serve and to the people we work with. Our team is collaborative, and we work hard to provide a friendly atmosphere. We are looking for someone who values working together and sharing information in the best interest of serving our participants.

Job Description: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide support in group and individual settings at our center in Coeur d’Alene, and in the community. Participant support is geared towards developing and maintaining skills and abilities to maximize potential for leading a self-directed life and integration within the community to the degree desired. DSPs follow individual participant program plans under the direction of the Developmental Specialist to facilitate growth toward independence.

Essential Job Functions:

Professional Requirements:

1. High school diploma or GED (must provide copy of diploma or transcripts).

2. Must be at least 18 years of age. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and conversation.

3. First Aid and CPR certification is required to maintain employment in this position.

4. Complete initial training and at least 12 hrs of annual training.

5. Current driver's license, current insurance, and reliable transportation.

6. Pass criminal history background check with fingerprinting.

7. Pass pre-employment drug test.

Wage:

Benefits:

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Shift: Day. Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

This job description is general in nature and not intended to be exhaustive.

Tesh reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Tesh, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer, compliant with ADA and Affirmative Action requirements.

Tesh, Inc. is a Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco/Vape Free Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

Work Location: In person