Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult Community Services at Parc Center for Disabilities!

Description

As a DSP, you will be a consistent, reliable presence for the individuals we support. You will help guide daily skill-building, promote independence, and support safe and enriching community participation.

In this role, you will:
• Support individuals with daily living, social, communication, and community engagement goals
• Follow each individual’s support plan with accuracy and accountability
• Document progress, data, and observations clearly and on time
• Ensure safety and supervision at all times, including during outings and transportation
• Identify and report changes in physical, medical, or behavioral status
• Encourage positive interactions and model appropriate behavior
• Maintain clean, safe program environments and vehicles

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who bring experience, confidence, and professionalism to this role.

You must have:
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to follow structured support plans and document thoroughly
• A valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record
• The physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with mobility needs
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, active environment with changing needs throughout the day

Parc Center for Disabilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote individuals based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

In alignment with our mission, we are fully committed to an accessible recruitment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Human Resources at HR@parc-fl.org or (727) 345-9111. All requests are handled confidentially.

Parc is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and a Level II background check, as required by Florida law for positions serving vulnerable individuals.