Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Travel Healthcare

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.