Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
Direct Support Professional
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources, Jackson, Mississippi, United States
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Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
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Summary
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is seeking a creative and energetic Direct Support Professional to provide assistance in an in-home setting serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Gulfport, MS. The role plays a vital part in helping with daily activities, providing emotional support, supervising community outings, and supporting treatment plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support.
Location
County: Jeff Davis City: Prentiss
Position Details
FT/PT Status: Regular Full Time Education Required: High School Diploma
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must be able to obtain a Mississippi CDL Class C Driver's License within 60 days of hire
Valid Mississippi Driver's License with satisfactory driving record (no moving violations within 3 years)
Will pass CPR, MANDT, and other required testing
Experience working with the IDD population preferred
Responsibilities
Experience assisting others with ADLs preferred
Act as a model for appropriate behavior
Provide transportation to and from facilities and community activities
Perform other work‑oriented tasks as assigned by supervisor
Train participants in skills and conduct daily activities, training, and documentation for IDD day programs
Eat lunch on site with participants and take breaks on site
Remain on site for the entire workday, except as authorized by supervisor
Demonstrate the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships
Assist with job exploration, application, train individuals on job‑specific duties, and enhance natural supports in the work environment to facilitate independence on the job
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Mental Health Care
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Direct Support Professional
role at
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Summary
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is seeking a creative and energetic Direct Support Professional to provide assistance in an in-home setting serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Gulfport, MS. The role plays a vital part in helping with daily activities, providing emotional support, supervising community outings, and supporting treatment plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support.
Location
County: Jeff Davis City: Prentiss
Position Details
FT/PT Status: Regular Full Time Education Required: High School Diploma
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must be able to obtain a Mississippi CDL Class C Driver's License within 60 days of hire
Valid Mississippi Driver's License with satisfactory driving record (no moving violations within 3 years)
Will pass CPR, MANDT, and other required testing
Experience working with the IDD population preferred
Responsibilities
Experience assisting others with ADLs preferred
Act as a model for appropriate behavior
Provide transportation to and from facilities and community activities
Perform other work‑oriented tasks as assigned by supervisor
Train participants in skills and conduct daily activities, training, and documentation for IDD day programs
Eat lunch on site with participants and take breaks on site
Remain on site for the entire workday, except as authorized by supervisor
Demonstrate the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships
Assist with job exploration, application, train individuals on job‑specific duties, and enhance natural supports in the work environment to facilitate independence on the job
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Mental Health Care
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