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Flexible scheduleTraining & development
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POSITION: Direct Support Professional
REPORTS TO: Residential Administrator
POSITION SUMMARY
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are responsible for supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence and enhancing their quality of life. DSPs will play a vital role in providing hands-on support in daily living, community integration, and personal development. DSPs will empower the people we support in living self-directed lives and developing the skills necessary to live the lives they deserve and desire.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation.
Encourage and empower the people we support to live as independently as they desire
Promote social skills, community involvement, and individual choice
Assist the people we support in gaining meaningful access to the community in the ways in which they desire
Utilize the Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) to assess the supports needs and provide the level of support dictated in the PCSP
Transport and accompany the people we support to appointments, errands, community events, and/or recreational activities
Provide support in medication administration and complete appropriate documentation (if certified to do so)
Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals. Goals may include community participation, financial budgeting, exercise, nutrition, vocational skills, and/or interpersonal skills.
Advocate for the rights, dignity, and preferences of each person supported
Adhere to a person-centered approach with working with the individuals we support
Monitor and ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment for the people we support
Implement any specialized plans (behavior, nutrition, etc.)
Communicate effectively with other team members, family and/or natural supports of the person supported, other providers, and other members of the persons team
Collaborate with supervisors, team members, families, and other members of the persons team to ensure the highest quality of care
Complete all required documentation within the required timeframes
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be 18 years of age or older
Reliable transportation to and from the job site
Valid US Work Authorization
Ability to pass a criminal background check, and all required registry checks
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification from an approved entity
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Patience, reliability, and a commitment to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Able to read and understand instructions, perform electronic record keeping, and write reports and daily notes as required
Effectively read, write, and communicate verbally in English
Must be able to complete electronic training required by the Department of Disability and Aging in the Relias system
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and provide physical support as required
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