Are you:

• Compassionate and empathetic?

• Dependable and consistent in your work?

• Supportive and able to foster a positive environment?

• Organized and able to manage tasks efficiently?

• Looking for a flexible, non-traditional job that fits with your busy class schedule?

• Seeking an opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of others while working for a Non-Profit organization?

If this sounds like you, we may have the perfect position!

See the job description and requirements below.

 

Day Program Direct Support Professional

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

About Maitri Multi Media:

Maitri Multi Media is an Art, Music, and Gaming-based Day Program for adults with intellectual disabilities. We are dedicated to incorporating a variety of art forms and mediums to encourage increased communication, coping, and expression skills. Our mission is to build independence and a sense of community through individualized and group creative projects within our program and the broader community.

We utilize a variety of software and hardware tools—including Ableton Live, Ableton Push, Splice, iMovie, Cricut, and more—to help our participants realize their creative goals. Our program also features game-based approaches, including dedicated spaces for Dungeons & Dragons and retro gaming.

Position Overview:

We are seeking creative, driven, and caring Direct Support Professionals to supervise and encourage participants in engaging activities both on-site and within the community. Our goal is to maintain a safe environment for our participants, their peers, ourselves, and the community at large.

Why Join More Maitri, Inc.?

• Access to Technology: Work with cutting-edge tools like Ableton Live, Ableton Push, Auto-Tune, Splice, Cricut, Chat GPT, Suno, & more. 

• Comprehensive Training: We provide all required training and certifications, including QMAP (Medication Administration), CPR/First Aid, and CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention).

• Supportive Environment: Receive guidance from administration, directors, managers, and staff.

• Creative Development: An excellent place to develop and express your creativity.

• Engaging Work: Participate in fun and meaningful activities daily.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Participant Supervision: Monitor and observe participants at all times to ensure safety and prevent harmful behaviors.

• Activity Facilitation: Engage participants in creative projects, ranging from guiding structured activities to supporting participants in self directed creative processes while providing guidance as needed.

• Documentation: Complete daily documentation and tracking of participant activities and progress. 

• Life Skills Coaching: Teach problem-solving, conflict resolution, and essential life skills.

• Transportation: Daily transportation of participants to and from the day program and daily community activities. Mileage reimbursement is provided when using personal vehicle.

• Individualized Support: Work with participants at their own pace, considering developmental needs to achieve positive outcomes.

• Behavioral Management: Utilize participants' historical information, behavior plans, and recurring trends to support goal achievement.

• Group Facilitation: Lead group discussions and document engagement effectively.

• Program Development: Develop and implement new projects, ideas, and tasks to enhance participant engagement.

• Safety Maintenance: Ensure a safe environment for all participants and staff.

• Community Engagement: Planning, Facilitating, encouraging participant engagement & relationship building with the community and community members. 

 

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.

• Experience: Experience working in mental health is preferred.

• Licenses:

  • Valid driver's license.

  • Dependable vehicle with current insurance & registration (required for transporting clients).

• Skills:

  • Compassionate with strong boundary-setting abilities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills; detail-oriented.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle a high volume of requests effectively.

  • Culturally sensitive with knowledge of diverse backgrounds.

  • Initiative, flexibility, and adaptability in various situations.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Personal Attributes:

  • Supportive, kind, and caring.

  • Commitment to maintaining a respectful and honest environment.

 

Additional Information:

• Training Provided: More Maitri, Inc. will provide all Colorado state-required training for this position, including QMAP, CPR/First Aid, and CPI certifications.

• Transportation Requirement: This position requires transporting clients; therefore, a valid driver's license and a reliable, registered vehicle are mandatory. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

• ​Background check Requirement: Candidates must be able to pass a background check, including a review of criminal history with no violent offenses, and a driving records check with no DUIs within the past two years.