Direct Support Professional

The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home, community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II works directly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living and adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan. Minimum Requirements:High School diploma or its equivalentValid driver's licenseValid and current auto insuranceComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageDemonstrates ability to prioritize tasksAssignment: ICF is the lowest level home behaviorally - Need to be comfortable with toileting/changing, hoyer lifts, and working with intellectually and physically disabled individuals Minimum Experience and Certification Required: ICF - any experience with IDD individualsCCL - over 6 months of experience and confidence with behavioral challengesRF - more than 1 year of intensive experience with IDD individuals and very high behaviors like de-escalation.BenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.