Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Cottonwood Community Alternatives, Inc. (CCA) is a mission-driven, private non-profit agency dedicated to empowering Colorado citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Since 1991, we have offered comprehensive residential and day program services designed to foster independence, dignity, and a meaningful quality of life.

Cottonwood’s motto is People Serving People and that is what we strive to do both for the individuals we support and our employees.

Cottonwood is an active adult day program that provides daily living skills and community outings to IDD adults. The shift is Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Hiring Bonus: $250 at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months for new hire only if in good standing (total of $1,000)
• Medical Insurance Benefits - the first of the month after 2 months of full time employment.
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance.
• Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and six holidays.
• Referral program.
• Paid orientation and training.
• 401K retirement plan with company match.
• Potential for performance based raise.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Day Program DSP Job Duties

• Provide direct care and supervision to a people with intellectual and developmental disabilities or in the community and at our base site.

• Lead or participate in group activities.

• Assist individuals with participation in activities, feeding/meal preparation, obtaining and maintaining daily living skills

• Plan and carry out a variety of recreational activities to advance social and emotional development (crafts, educational activities, museums, parks, dances, etc.).

• Provide transportation to individuals as needed.

• Assist with medical care / hygiene care as needed (medication administration, toileting, etc.).

• Implement and document individual goals and medical tracking electronically.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Applicant with a teaching background is preferred.

• Experience working with adults with developmental & intellectual disabilities preferred.

• Mature & dependable individual; minimum age of 21.

• Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

• Must meet background and reference requirements.

• Reliable Vehicle with Proof of Auto Insurance.

• Clean Driving Record. No suspensions & less than three tickets in three years.

• Computer/smart phone skills sufficient to complete required documentation.