Direct Support Professional
Company: LifeSkills Unlimited
Location: North Las Vegas
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Summary LifeSkills Unlimited supports individuals with
Intellectual Disabilities and related disorders in their homes or
apartments to maintain activities of daily living. To ensure
optimal health and safety, teach individuals to be as independent
as possible, and to maintain their homes to ensure a clean, and
safe environment. Essential Job Responsibilities Teach and assist
in daily living skills, which may include personal hygiene,
bathroom duties, shaving, brushing teeth, bathing/showering,
shampooing, and dressing appropriately for the weather and
activities. Support individual’s ISP plan and daily activities,
household chores, money management, and out in community
activities. Monitor for changes in their health, appearance, and
behavior Follow physician’s orders regarding, medication and
dietary needs. Complete documentation as necessary, to meet
LifeSkills, Federal, and State regulatory requirements. Complete
required, and ongoing training requirements with LifeSkills and
State required timeframes. Behavior should be professional at all
times. Treating everyone with respect and dignity Report to work on
time, ready to work assigned shift Active listening Skills Ability
to communicate with others Complete all shift duties and any tasks
assigned by management to fill the needs of the Individuals that we
serve. Additional Job Responsibilities May transport in agency
vehicles to and from work, errands, doctor visits, recreational
activities, and shopping Conducting required fire and emergency
drills $16/HR, paid training
Keywords: LifeSkills Unlimited, Henderson , Direct Support Professional, Healthcare , North Las Vegas, Nevada