Support Work & Independence – Become a Vocational Direct Support Professional / DSP at Monarch NC
Company: Monarch
Location: Manteo
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Make a Difference in Someone’s Life! At Monarch, we work
together to provide life-changing care in communities across North
Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote
wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental
illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental
disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. You Belong at Monarch You
deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where
you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just
what you’ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including
our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits
package that supports full-time and part-time team members and
their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch
will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe
in promoting from within and developing future leaders. Job
Highlights: Starting Pay: from $15.00/hour This Opportunity: The
Developmental Specialist Vocational is primarily responsible for
developing a positive relationship with the individuals he or she
supports while assisting them in achieving their personal dreams
and goals as designated in the individual goal plans. What You'll
Do: · Assess each person receiving services for their hopes,
dreams, and desires and provide supports that facilitate
achievement. · Ensure that the rights of each person receiving
services are protected and promoted at all times. Assist people in
developing advocacy skills, participating in advocacy efforts, and
utilizing personal advocates. · Serve as a resource for person
served on community agencies, services, and supports that can meet
identified needs or goals. · Supervise, educate, and monitor (as
needed) people receiving services in work settings. Settings may
include community, vocational workshops, day supports, etc. ·
Maintain a safe working environment for employees and people
receiving services by practicing safety procedures in the community
and on the job. · Continually educate people receiving services on
required work procedures, facility rules, policies, practices and
their rights. · Facilitate person-centered, effective, positive
relationships with people receiving services using positive
approaches that promote self determination in all areas of life. ·
Provide input and recommendations into assessment and planning
processes, and development of the individual’s plan. · Implement
person’s plan fully, within the requirements of the service
definition, and document as required by the service definition and
agency policy. Accurately complete all required documentation,
including but not limited to, goal completion, actions toward
outcomes, incident reports, timesheets, etc. · Complete daily
progress notes and communication log to assure appointments, goals,
and interests are met. · Assist in maintaining all necessary
records, daily attendance, check sheets, production sheets, etc. ·
Substitute in-house or in the community as demands occur. · Assist
new staff and/or current staff with orientation, mentoring, and
training. · Attend and actively participate in meetings and
training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state
and federal training requirements. · Demonstrate knowledge of and
comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state
and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program
areas. · Follow service definition guidelines for services being
provided. · Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
· Driving and travel may be required. Education We're Looking For:
High School Diploma (Required) Certifications We're Looking For:
Drivers License (Valid) - USA Experience We're Looking For:
Experience working with adults with a mental health diagnosis
and/or developmental disabilities | Not Required Schedule: This is
a PRN position. Shift coverage on an as-needed basis. Target Weekly
Hours: 0 Monarch is an Equal Opportunity Employer Monarch offers
opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the
communities we serve. Monarch is an equal opportunity employer and
we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of
diversity. Monarch does not accept paper applications. Any person
with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the
Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or
otherwise to participate in Monarch job search or selection
process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only
duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required
to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties
and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job
description is subject to revision at the discretion of
Monarch.
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