Dutton Farm Inc.

Direct Support Professional - Rochester

Rochester, MI - Full Time

Monday to Friday - 8:30AM to 3:30PM

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) empowers adults with disabilities through hands-on experiences like animal care, gardening, art, and community activities—helping them build skills, confidence, and independence.

At Dutton Farm, we focus on structured, hands-on learning to develop communication, social, and pre-vocational skills. Our programs include on-site activities and community outings such as volunteering and recreational experiences that promote independence, self-advocacy, and social awareness.

Job Responsibilities:

Direct Support:

  • Support individuals in achieving their goals and maximizing independence
  • Ensure a safe environment and report concerns promptly
  • Promote engagement in on-site programming and activities
  • Assist participants in animal care, gardening, art, and other hands-on experiences
  • Teach and reinforce appropriate skills through meaningful activities
  • Encourage positive social interactions and relationship-building
  • Provide support with tasks and adapt activities as needed
  • Assist with personal care (e.g., feeding, toileting) as required
  • Warm meals when needed
  • Build strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with participants
  • Monitor and document individual goal progress
  • Carry out additional support duties as assigned by leadership

Administrative:

  • Provide daily reports on participant progress and achievements
  • Complete incident reports as requested by the Site Manager
  • Maintain accurate daily logs in accordance with organizational policies
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings

Qualifications:

  • Mission aligned
  • Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • High school diploma required
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must pass background checks
  • Basic computer skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Maintain a professional demeanor with a focus on advocacy, respect, and demonstrating a strong work ethic
  • Must be self-motivated, reliable, dependable
  • Strong ability to adapt and willingness to be flexible

Staff Values:

  • Mission-Driven
  • Productive
  • Dependable
  • Collaborative
  • Positive
  • Responsible

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
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