Direct Support Professional – Transportation

Description

JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional – Transportation
DEPARTMENT: Community Living
SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Program Manager(s) and Assistant Director of Supported Living
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
JOB STATUS: Full Time; Non-Exempt

Summary:
Provide transportation and direct support to individuals with disabilities, helping them participate in daily activities and live as valued members of their communities. Support independence, personal choice, and community involvement through companionship, guidance, personal assistance, and implementation of Individualized Support Plans. Ensure services are delivered safely and in accordance with licensing, funding, accreditation, and agency requirements, as well as Rauch’s Mission, Values, and Code of Ethics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transport individuals to employment sites, day services, medical appointments, recreational activities, and other community destinations.
• Participate in developing and implementing Individualized Support Plans in collaboration with individuals served, team members, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor individual progress and complete accurate service documentation, including staff notes, medication administration records, auditing forms, and statistical data.
• Support informed decision-making, self-advocacy, and opportunities for individuals to direct their own lives.
• Assist with daily living skills and provide personal care, including toileting, bathing, and feeding, respectfully and confidentially.
• Support participation in activities at home and in the community that promote independence and meaningful relationships.
• Communicate effectively with individuals served, families, staff, and other service providers.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency assistance within agency guidelines.
• Maintain the safety and well-being of individuals served and report potential hazards.
• Perform other job-related duties assigned by Program Manager(s).

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Effective communication and writing skills.
• Ability to respond empathetically and work respectfully with individuals with diverse disabilities and support needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively, accept supervision, and support individual choice and independence.
• Willingness to work with different individuals served and in different homes as needed.
• Experience providing direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities, or related volunteer or teaching experience, preferred.

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Constant use of visual and motor skills.
• Frequent use of manual skills, sitting, standing, walking, and bending.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of at least 40 lbs.
• Occasional reaching and climbing steps.
• Frequent local travel and occasional long-distance travel.
• Ability to work weekdays, holidays, evenings, and weekends.
• Access to and ability to operate a motor vehicle for transportation, training, and meetings.
• Constant attention to safety required.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle liability insurance.

Certifications & Training Requirements:

• Acquire and maintain CPR, First Aid, and Blood-borne Pathogens certifications.
• Acquire and maintain medication training.
• Acquire and maintain CRT (Certified Restraint Training).
• Complete all training required by the agency, BQIS, CARF, and other regulatory agencies, including Human Rights, Incident Reporting, Individual Support Plans, Seizures, and Medications.

For more information, you may contact Chelsea Wild at cwild@rauchinc.org

Rauch is a Drug-Free Workplace, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity including individuals with disabilities and veterans

Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Direct service, volunteer, or teaching experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.