BROOKS DD RESIDENTIAL - Direct Support Professional
Legacy Behavioral Health Services Human Resources
Summary
Legacy Behavioral Health Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Brooks team. In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting individuals and families throughout South Georgia with compassionate, high-quality behavioral health services.
Job description
Under supervision, Direct Support Professionals will provide training and support services to people with developmental disabilities in a 24/7 community residential program.
Responsibilities
- Deliver skills training in daily living and community integration as outlined by the Individual Service Plan
- Maintain a clean and sanitary home environment to meet CARF safety regulations
- Assist in coordinating transportation for persons served
- Work as a team with fellow staff members to ensure the highest quality of IDD services
- Monitor and document persons served progress in treatment
- Work varying hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
The Direct Support Professional will be supervised by the Site Manager.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Must be physically and emotionally fit to work in a stress-filled environment to meet deadlines and deal with routine and crisis situations. May have extended periods of sitting, walking, and standing. Requires varying hours of duty to provide monitoring, educational and/or crisis handling, as well as travel to off campus locations in BHSGA or personal vehicle.
The position requires prolonged periods of sitting and the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 45 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED required
- Valid GA driver's license with less than 5 points
- CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain CPR Certification
- Proficiency in computer skills
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 45 pounds
- Flexibility to work varying hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
- 24 Days Paid Leave
- Competitive Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance
- Financial Consultations
- Work-Life Specialists
- Counseling Sessions
Company overview
Legacy Behavioral Health Services Human Resources appears to be the human resources division of a behavioral health care organization specializing in mental health services. Based on the name, this entity likely focuses on managing the workforce and human capital needs of a behavioral health services provider. The organization probably operates within the mental health care sector, providing essential HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance for healthcare professionals including therapists, counselors, psychiatrists, and support staff. As part of the behavioral health industry, this HR division would need to navigate specialized requirements including healthcare credentialing, licensing compliance, and the unique staffing challenges of mental health service delivery. The organization likely supports clinical operations by ensuring qualified mental health professionals are recruited, trained, and retained to provide quality behavioral health services to patients. Given the sensitive nature of mental health care, the HR function would play a critical role in maintaining ethical standards, confidentiality protocols, and creating supportive work environments for healthcare providers.