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Job: CES Direct Support Professional
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Job Description
Job Type: Part time, Hourly
Wage: $17/hr.
Location: Canon City, CO.
Job Description:
Are you looking for meaningful work that truly makes a difference?
As a CES Direct Support Professional, you’ll have the unique opportunity to support a child with developmental disabilities—while being paid to change a life. In this role, you'll support children in achieving greater independence, participating in community life, and thriving at home and beyond. You’ll be part of a dedicated team helping families navigate care while building genuine and lasting connections.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily Living Support: Assist with personal care tasks such as bathing, toileting, dressing, and meal prep.
- Community Inclusion: Support the child in attending school, social activities, and other community events.
- Health & Safety: Monitor well-being, provide basic first aid, and follow all health-related protocols.
- Transportation: Provide safe transportation to appointments, outings, and other activities.
- Collaborative Care: Work with a team to implement and track individualized plans (IPs).
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of daily care, health observations, and incidents.
- Advocacy: Uphold the child’s rights, dignity, and personal goals; report concerns as a mandatory reporter.
- Communication: Respond to emails and messages promptly; participate in team updates.
- Training & Compliance: Complete all required training and adhere to company and state regulations.
- Safety Protocols: Follow all emergency procedures, lifting/transferring guidelines, and safety checks.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and proof of current auto insurance (as required by state law)
- Able to pass background checks (criminal and motor vehicle)
- Basic computer skills for documentation and communication
- Ability to lift and transfer individuals and assist with physical care tasks
- Willingness to work in various environments (indoors/outdoors, different temperatures)
- Comfortable assisting with all aspects of personal care and working with individuals with diverse medical and developmental needs
Why Join Us?
- Make a lasting impact in a child’s life and family
- Team support and continuous training
- Purpose-driven work with compensation and professional growth opportunities
- Great Benefits
**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.