Direct Support Professional

COF Training Services Inc. seeks a mission driven Direct Support Professional to provide person centered support to youth and adults in workforce and vocational training programs. In this role, you will coach participants in daily living, social, and job readiness skills; support community engagement; and promote independence, safety, and self advocacy. Responsibilities include implementing support plans, documenting services, coordinating with instructors and counselors, and modeling respectful, inclusive behavior. This on site role is ideal for compassionate professionals committed to empowering underserved communities and fostering long term self sufficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, person centered support to participants in daily living and community activities
• Teach and reinforce life, social, and job readiness skills aligned with individual support plans
• Support safe community integration, transportation, and participation in program activities
• Document services, progress notes, and incident reports accurately and on time
• Collaborate with instructors, counselors, and families to coordinate holistic support
• Monitor participant safety, rights, and wellbeing; follow safeguarding and reporting protocols
• Assist with behavior support and crisis de escalation following agency policies
• Model professional, respectful, and inclusive interactions in all settings
• Participate in trainings, team meetings, and quality improvement activities
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all agency, state, and federal regulations

Required Skills

• Individual support planning
• Behavioral support techniques
• Crisis de escalation
• Documentation and case notes
• Basic computer skills (MS Office/EMR)
• Teaching life skills (ADLs, social skills)
• Community resource navigation
• Medication observation/reporting (per policy)
• Safeguarding and abuse reporting
• CPR/First Aid