BECOMING INDEPENDENT JOB DESCRIPTION
 
POSITION: Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) 

PROGRAM:   Living Services 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:   A DSP I serves as a personal attendant for individuals who choose to or are working towards living independently. A DSP I is expected to assist and supervise individuals with personal care needs as well as help them to achieve their personal goals through learning skills and participating in activities of their choice that the individuals, by virtue of their condition, cannot personally perform on an independent basis. 

SALARY: $21.25-$21.75/hour 

STATUS: Non-exempt; no employee supervision
 
CRITICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
While working with individuals, DSP I’s are expected to provide instruction, assistance, and supervision in skills essential for individuals striving for independent living as described below.
 

PROVIDE SUPPORTS & TRAINING

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