Therapeutic Direct Support Professional
About the Organization
LRCS is one of 10 designated Area Agencies in New Hampshire that provides community-based services to individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain disorders, and their families. NH’s Area Agency system serves in excess of 10,000 individuals and families. The region encompasses Belknap County and southern Grafton County. The 24 communities served by LRCS are: Alexandria, Alton, Ashland, Barnstead, Belmont, Bridgewater, Bristol, Campton, Center Harbor, Ellsworth, Gilford, Gilmanton, Groton, Hebron, Holderness, Laconia, Meredith, New Hampton, Plymouth, Rumney, Sanbornton, Thornton, Tilton and Wentworth.
About the Job
Lakes Region Community Services is accepting applications for full-time or part-time Therapeutic Direct Support Professionals (TDSP) to join our team in our new location in Belmont. All shifts are available.
Responsibilities of a TDSP include, but are not limited to;
- Provide 1:1 and/or group support and intervention for individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain disorders, mental illness, and high-risk behavior, including sexually deviancy.
- Monitor approved activities
- Maintain behavioral logs
- Attend weekly clinical consultation/treatment team meetings
The ideal candidate will be able to constructively participate on the treatment team, complete objective documentation, and have excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
Requirements
Requirements: HS Diploma required/ Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Valid NH Drivers' license, reliable vehicle, and agency-determined minimal motor vehicle insurance coverage are required. Satisfactory completion of background and applicable pre-employment physical capacity screening checks also required. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.