Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Travel Healthcare

CLFC Healthcare and Communications

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Travel Healthcare

Evanston, WY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Overview

    CLFC Healthcare and Communications is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for travel healthcare assignments at a state behavioral health facility in Evanston, Wyoming. DSPs provide essential hands-on support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and behavioral health needs in a residential treatment setting.

    Key Responsibilities

    - Provide direct care and support to residents with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and co-occurring behavioral health conditions

    - Assist residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication reminders, and mobility support

    - Implement individualized behavior support plans and positive behavioral interventions

    - Facilitate community integration activities, recreational programming, and life skills training

    - Monitor resident safety, document behavioral observations, and report changes in condition to clinical staff

    - Support residents in achieving individualized treatment goals and personal milestones

    - Respond to behavioral crises using approved de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques

    - Maintain accurate documentation of daily activities, incidents, and progress notes in the electronic health record

    - Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to person-centered care planning

    - Ensure compliance with all state regulations, facility policies, and resident rights protections

    Required Qualifications

    - High school diploma or GED equivalent

    - Minimum 6 months of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral health conditions, or in a residential care setting

    - Valid driver's license

    - Current BLS/CPR and First Aid certification

    - Ability to pass state and federal background investigation including abuse registry checks

    - Physical ability to perform direct care duties including standing, walking, lifting, and responding to emergencies

    - Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    - Willingness to work rotating shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

    Preferred Qualifications

    - 1+ years of DSP experience in behavioral health or IDD residential settings

    - Wyoming DSP certification or nationally recognized DSP credential

    - Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Mandt System training

    - Experience with person-centered planning and positive behavioral supports

    - Previous travel healthcare experience

    - Familiarity with Wyoming community-based service standards

    Compensation and Benefits

    - Annual salary: $114,000 to $131,000 (travel assignment, all-inclusive compensation package)

    - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

    - Travel and housing stipend included

    - 401(k) retirement plan

    - Paid orientation and onboarding

    - Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 support throughout assignment

    About CLFC Healthcare & Communications

    CLFC Healthcare & Communications is a Small Disadvantaged Business specializing in healthcare staffing and language access services. With 500+ healthcare professionals and 200+ interpreters deployed nationwide, we partner with federal agencies to deliver clinical excellence.

    CLFC Healthcare & Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Apply today through this posting or visit www.clfchealthcare-communicati... to learn more about this opportunity.