Job Responsibilities of Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Provides transportation for individual(s), by picking up individuals from their homes and transporting them to the day hab site; and transporting the individual(s)’ home from the day hab site, using the company’s vehicle. Transports individual(s) for community integration/inclusion activities using the company’s vehicle.Creates and maintains an environment that is healthy, safe, comfortable and productive for the individual(s) serviced.Travels out into the community with the individuals to participate with the individual(s)’ with their community integration and inclusion activities to fulfill their individual(s) goalsFollows all agency’s policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments.Implements individual(s)’ support plans as written.Provides assistance and support to individual(s) in activities of daily living.Obtains knowledge of individual(s) supported desired outcomes and goals; works to ensure they are integrated into daily activities.Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s) supported.Treats all individual(s) supported, families, coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect.Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships.Encourages individual(s) supported to give back to the community.Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported, families, coworkers, and supervisors.Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation.Participates in and completes periodic training and certification as required.Reports all concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner.Reports all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor.Completes Individuals’ Monthly notes demonstrating the progress of the individuals on a timely basisPerform all other tasks required or assigned by supervisor. Read LessCommunity Habilitation Job Description- Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Safety: Security, Environment, Health
Ø Maintains an environment that is healthy, safe, peaceful and comfortable
Ø Assists individual(s) supported with healthcare visits
Ø Follows all policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments
Programmatic: Choice, Active treatment, Community resources
Ø Implements individual support plans as written
Ø Provides assistance and support to individual(s) in activities of daily living
Ø Teaches appropriate skills and involves individual(s) supported in meaningful and valued activities
Ø Provides and seeks out opportunities for individual(s) supported to make choices
Ø Obtains knowledge of individual(s) supported desired outcomes and works to ensure they are integrated into daily activities
Rights, Dignity and Respect:
Ø Incorporates time, space, and opportunity for privacy in the life of individual(s) supported
Ø Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s) supported
Ø Knows, advocates and respects the rights of individual(s) supported
Ø Treats all individual(s) supported, families, coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect
Community involvement:
Ø Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships
Ø Develops and facilitates community connections and relationships
Ø Assists individual(s) supported in developing and following a person centered schedule
Ø Aids individual(s) supported to participate in activities of their choosing
Ø Provides opportunities for activities in various settings
Ø Encourages individual(s) supported to give back to the community
Customer Service and Excellence:
Ø Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported, families
Ø Maintains the property of the agency and of the individual(s) supported
Ø Networks with coworkers, the community and other professionals to find better ways to include individual(s) supported in routine life activities
Ø Builds inclusive opportunities in the community for individual(s) supported
Accountability:
Ø Handles and maintains individual honestly and accurately with appropriate documentation
Ø Follows all agency policies and procedures
Ø Takes initiative in performing additional tasks as needed or as assigned
Ø Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation
Professional Conduct:
Ø Provides positive and appropriate feedback to coworkers, team members, supervisors and agency representatives
Ø Participates in and completes periodic training and certification as required
Ø Reports all concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner
Ø Attends and participates in all assigned meetings, sharing ideas, discussing issues openly and honestly
Ø Maintains confidentiality of records/information according to HIPAA, State, Federal laws and guidelines
Ø Reports all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor
Ø Displays conduct in the community that enhances the image of individual(s) supported and the agency
Qualifications Direct Support Professional
Ø At least 19 years of age
Ø Valid NYS ID or driver’s license
Ø High school diploma or equivalent
Ø Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical
Ø Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
Ø Requires basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
Ø Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self help skills
Ø Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior
Community Habilitation Job Description- Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Safety: Security, Environment, Health
Ø Maintains an environment that is healthy, safe, peaceful and comfortable
Ø Assists individual(s) supported with healthcare visits
Ø Follows all policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments
Programmatic: Choice, Active treatment, Community resources
Ø Implements individual support plans as written
Ø Provides assistance and support to individual(s) in activities of daily living
Ø Teaches appropriate skills and involves individual(s) supported in meaningful and valued activities
Ø Provides and seeks out opportunities for individual(s) supported to make choices
Ø Obtains knowledge of individual(s) supported desired outcomes and works to ensure they are integrated into daily activities
Rights, Dignity and Respect:
Ø Incorporates time, space, and opportunity for privacy in the life of individual(s) supported
Ø Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s) supported
Ø Knows, advocates and respects the rights of individual(s) supported
Ø Treats all individual(s) supported, families, coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect
Community involvement:
Ø Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships
Ø Develops and facilitates community connections and relationships
Ø Assists individual(s) supported in developing and following a person centered schedule
Ø Aids individual(s) supported to participate in activities of their choosing
Ø Provides opportunities for activities in various settings
Ø Encourages individual(s) supported to give back to the community
Customer Service and Excellence:
Ø Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported, families
Ø Maintains the property of the agency and of the individual(s) supported
Ø Networks with coworkers, the community and other professionals to find better ways to include individual(s) supported in routine life activities
Ø Builds inclusive opportunities in the community for individual(s) supported
Accountability:
Ø Handles and maintains individual honestly and accurately with appropriate documentation
Ø Follows all agency policies and procedures
Ø Takes initiative in performing additional tasks as needed or as assigned
Ø Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation
Professional Conduct:
Ø Provides positive and appropriate feedback to coworkers, team members, supervisors and agency representatives
Ø Participates in and completes periodic training and certification as required
Ø Reports all concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner
Ø Attends and participates in all assigned meetings, sharing ideas, discussing issues openly and honestly
Ø Maintains confidentiality of records/information according to HIPAA, State, Federal laws and guidelines
Ø Reports all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor
Ø Displays conduct in the community that enhances the image of individual(s) supported and the agency
Qualifications Direct Support Professional
Ø At least 19 years of age
Ø Valid NYS ID or driver’s license
Ø High school diploma or equivalent
Ø Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical
Ø Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
Ø Requires basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
Ø Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self help skills
Ø Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior
Community Habilitation Job Description- Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Safety: Security, Environment, Health
Ø Maintains an environment that is healthy, safe, peaceful and comfortable
Ø Assists individual(s) supported with healthcare visits
Ø Follows all policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments
Programmatic: Choice, Active treatment, Community resources
Ø Implements individual support plans as written
Ø Provides assistance and support to individual(s) in activities of daily living
Ø Teaches appropriate skills and involves individual(s) supported in meaningful and valued activities
Ø Provides and seeks out opportunities for individual(s) supported to make choices
Ø Obtains knowledge of individual(s) supported desired outcomes and works to ensure they are integrated into daily activities
Rights, Dignity and Respect:
Ø Incorporates time, space, and opportunity for privacy in the life of individual(s) supported
Ø Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s) supported
Ø Knows, advocates and respects the rights of individual(s) supported
Ø Treats all individual(s) supported, families, coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect
Community involvement:
Ø Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships
Ø Develops and facilitates community connections and relationships
Ø Assists individual(s) supported in developing and following a person centered schedule
Ø Aids individual(s) supported to participate in activities of their choosing
Ø Provides opportunities for activities in various settings
Ø Encourages individual(s) supported to give back to the community
Customer Service and Excellence:
Ø Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported, families
Ø Maintains the property of the agency and of the individual(s) supported
Ø Networks with coworkers, the community and other professionals to find better ways to include individual(s) supported in routine life activities
Ø Builds inclusive opportunities in the community for individual(s) supported
Accountability:
Ø Handles and maintains individual honestly and accurately with appropriate documentation
Ø Follows all agency policies and procedures
Ø Takes initiative in performing additional tasks as needed or as assigned
Ø Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation
Professional Conduct:
Ø Provides positive and appropriate feedback to coworkers, team members, supervisors and agency representatives
Ø Participates in and completes periodic training and certification as required
Ø Reports all concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner
Ø Attends and participates in all assigned meetings, sharing ideas, discussing issues openly and honestly
Ø Maintains confidentiality of records/information according to HIPAA, State, Federal laws and guidelines
Ø Reports all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor
Ø Displays conduct in the community that enhances the image of individual(s) supported and the agency
Qualifications Direct Support Professional
Ø At least 19 years of age
Ø Valid NYS ID or driver’s license
Ø High school diploma or equivalent
Ø Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical
Ø Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
Ø Requires basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
Ø Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self help skills
Ø Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior
