Direct Support Professional - Day Program Focus

Build Community Connections. Support Independence. Create Meaningful Experiences.
Sample Supports is seeking an energetic and dependable Direct Service Professional to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities during community-based activities and group outings.
In this role, you will help individuals explore their communities, build relationships, strengthen social and independent living skills, and participate in activities that reflect their interests and goals. Outings may include volunteer projects, recreation, shopping, social events, educational experiences, and other community opportunities.
This position may also include cross-training in Supported Employment and job coaching for employees interested in helping individuals develop vocational skills and succeed in community-based employment.
Culture Index Requirement
To be considered for this role, you must complete the
Culture Index Survey. This is not a test, and there are no right or wrong answers. It helps us build well-balanced teams and match people with roles where they can thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing
Plan, lead, and support engaging group outings based on individual interests and goals
Provide transportation and required supervision in community settings
Support activities such as volunteer work, recreation, shopping, social events, and community exploration
Teach and model appropriate communication, social skills, personal safety, and community behavior
Encourage participation, independence, choice, and self-determination
Support individuals according to their service plans, behavior plans, supervision requirements, and safety protocols
Help create an inclusive, positive, and engaging group environment
Advocate for individuals and promote disability inclusion within the community
Collaborate with team members to plan activities and respond to changing support needs
Complete daily service notes, behavior tracking, and other required documentation within 24 hours
Communicate progress, concerns, incidents, and changes to the appropriate team members
Use trained crisis-prevention, de-escalation, and NVCI strategies when needed
Report suspected mistreatment, abuse, neglect, or exploitation as a mandatory reporter
Help individuals explore employment interests and career goals
Reinforce workplace communication, reliability, and job-related skills
Provide individualized job coaching in community employment settings
Collaborate with Supported Employment team members to promote job success and retention
What You Bring to the Role
You enjoy being active and engaged in the community. You can organize group activities, manage logistics, provide safe supervision, and adjust when plans change.
You are patient, encouraging, and comfortable working with individuals who have different communication, behavioral, mobility, or personal support needs. You understand that community access is an important part of independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, social work, education, or a related field preferred
One to two years of professional or volunteer experience supporting individuals with disabilities preferred
Must be at least 18 years old due to driving responsibilities
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Ability to meet motor vehicle record requirements and safely transport individuals
Ability to complete timely electronic documentation
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to remain calm and professional during behavioral escalations or emergencies
Ability to meet the physical demands of supervising and assisting individuals in community and workplace settings
Willingness to complete and maintain CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, NVCI, and other required training
Ability to pass required background and protection-services checks
Why Join Sample Supports?
At Sample Supports, we believe meaningful lives are built through relationships, opportunity, and access to the community. Your work will help individuals try new experiences, build confidence, develop skills, and create connections that matter.
We know you can choose to work anywhere, choose to work with an organization that makes a difference.
Health and Financial Benefits
Flexible paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Postpartum wellness package
Hospital indemnity coverage
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
Monthly employer contribution to dependent care accounts
Accident and short-term disability insurance
100% employer-paid life insurance
Voluntary term life insurance
Pet insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Cell phone reimbursement
Discounted cell phone plans
401(k) with up to a 4% employer match
Well-Being and Professional Development Benefits
Employee Assistance Program with free mental health

Employment type
Employee: Regular Full-Time

Work arrangement
No