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Direct Support Professional

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Recruitment began on July 22, 2026
and the job listing Expires on September 21, 2026
Full-time, Internships
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1. Assisting individuals in acquiring, maintaining and improving self-help, domestic, socialization and adaptive skills.

2. Supporting individuals learn, maintain or improve skills through their participation in a variety of activities of everyday life.

3. Engage in activities with the individuals to allow them to live in the community, to live more independently, or to be more productive and participatory in community life

4. Submit accurate, completed progress notes weekly for every session worked with individual.

5. Attend the annual service planning meetings for each individual supported.

6. Complete necessary training based on the ISP of each individual.

Requirements:

•Minimum high school diploma or GED

•A valid drivers license and access to a working vehicle

•Review of criminal background check and driver’s history

•Preferred but not a requirement for position: Experience working with individuals with autism and/or intellectual disabilities

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Day of the week
Office Hours Drop-In Career Advising
M Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  
T Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
W Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
TH Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
F Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm  

During the academic year (except Holidays and Career Fair days)

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Pre-Health Drop-In Advising

M Monday 10:00am - 2:00pm
T Tuesday 10:00am - 2:00pm
W Wednesday 10:00am - 2:00pm
TH Thursday 10:00am - 2:00pm

During the academic year (except Holidays and Career Fair days)

*Check in at the CCEE reception desk when you arrive

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