Direct Support Professional/Art Instructor - Scranton

Beacon Specialized Living•Scranton, PA

About The Position

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) helps individuals achieve their personal goals, increase independence, and participate fully in their communities while ensuring their health, safety, and well-being.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred. (required in certain states)
Must be 18 years or older.
Must pass criminal background checks, central registry check (in applicable states) and child abuse registry (in applicable states).
Must complete and pass a drug test, in applicable states.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have reliable transportation.
Proficient in speaking, reading and writing the English language.
Approved by state, federal and government entities to work within BSLS programs.
Ability to use office equipment, including BSLS information technology systems.
Ability to physically and emotionally work with individuals who possess mental illness and co- occurring disorders.
Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.
Strong computer skills utilizing various software programs and applications.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to create professional employee communication materials.
Capable of working well with all levels of the organization.
A professional demeanor.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task.
Ability to work with little daily supervision.

Responsibilities

Always be compliant with all company and regulatory policies and procedures.
Sets positive examples for Individuals at all times.
Adheres to the person-centered plans, and behavior plans as written for each Individual.
Provides opportunities throughout the day to help Individuals meet their goals. (An example would include teaching groups to follow activity programs and encouraging Individual attendance.)
Provides quality of care and a safe and healthy setting free from harm while upholding the rights of all Individuals. Creates a space of trust and relationship with all Individuals.
Protects all Individuals from abuse and/or neglect and immediately reports any occurrence to appropriate entities.
Maintains and protects the confidentiality of all Individuals.
Follows and upholds all house guidelines.
Cook meals as necessary for Individuals based upon food specifications, diets, food exchanges and documentation.
Understands process for food supply and storage.
Transports Individuals and attends appointments with Individuals and advocates and obtains necessary documentation, when needed.
Utilize Individual funds as applicable to help Individuals budget when needed.
Completes required documentation before the end of shift, including, but not limited to progress notes, miscellaneous notes, daily support logs, event reports, incident reports, LOA forms, Individual inventories, etc.
Assists with supervision of Individuals doing their laundry as needed per assignment sheet.
Coaches and assists Individuals with bedroom cleanliness per house guidelines.
Responsible for cleanliness of home site according to the assignment chart. (Inspection ready at all times.)
Must remain awake and immediately accessible in all homes requiring 24/7 care.
Administers medications as needed.
Hand off communication to next shift staff.
Cooperates with Beacon Specialized Living, the Department of Human Services (DHS) staff or any other regulatory body during any inspection, investigation or inquiry.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Adheres to BSLS Core Values, Mission Statement, and Corporate Philosophies.