Job Title: Employment and Community Float DSPCompensation: Starting at $17.00 per hourPosition Type: Full-Time with benefitsSign-On Bonus: $750.00MDS is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Employment and Community Float DSP to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain disorders. You will provide direct support in community settings, volunteer sites, and employment locations to help individuals achieve the goals outlined in their Individual Service Agreements (ISA). As a float, you will ensure consistent care and staffing by covering shifts as needed and assisting with the training and onboarding of new staff members. Duties vary in intensity and frequency depending on the unique needs of the individuals you support. Key ResponsibilitiesCover day-to-day functions of supported employment and community participation programs.Empower individuals to advocate for themselves, share ideas, and make choices regarding their supports.Encourage and facilitate participation in social, cultural, and recreational community activities.Help individuals develop and maintain independent living, social, and professional skills.Provide on-the-job support to ensure individuals meet employer standards and maintain their employment.Partner with Program Managers to identify resources for training, employment, and transportation.Provide safe transportation to and from employment sites, volunteer opportunities, and community outings.Administer medication when required, following agency nurse determinations and maintaining medication authorization status.Maintain accurate, timely documentation, including daily notes, progress reports, incident reports, and hours worked.Communicate promptly with Program Managers, the CSS Director, and nursing staff regarding any health, safety, or emotional changes in the individuals served.Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all safety protocols, legal responsibilities, and regulatory policies.Qualifications and RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or brain disorders is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and clean driving record (as transportation is required).Ability to obtain and maintain medication administration authorization.Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and support needs.Pre-employment Background Check Requirements: Criminal records, motor vehicle record, Bureau of Adult and Aging Services (BAAS), Division of Child, Youth and Families (DCYF), Office of Inspector General (OIG)