Direct Support Professional - Brain Injury

New Vista of the Bluegrass Inc•Lexington, KY

About The Position

If you are mission driven and want to help the lives of people in your community, we have a place for you on our Team! The Direct Support Professional supports individuals who participate in the Acquired Brain Injury residential program. The Direct Support Professional is a positive team player that promotes a culture of inclusion and participation.

Requirements

Eighteen years of age with a high school diploma or GED
Twenty-one years of age and have at least one year of experience as a direct-contact staff serving persons with disabilities
Valid driver’s license, reliable operating transportation, and proof of auto insurance

Nice To Haves

Experience working with brain injury population

Responsibilities

Assists and trains Participants in the upkeep of residences, including cleaning, laundry, and minor household maintenance
Assists and trains Participants with personal care needs such as bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding, and grooming.
Assists and trains Participants with meal planning, food preparation, and feeding.
Assists and trains Participants with budgeting and shopping.
Training and supports should be provided as indicated in the Individual Support Plan
Prepares daily documentation including staff notes, financial logs, activity logs, menus, self-administration medication records, etc.
Assists in the assessment of individual training needs, development and implementation of training objectives, and participating as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team that formulates and reviews the Individual Support Plan
Provides transportation as needed
Enhances Participant community integration by encouraging age-appropriate community activities
Performs other duties as assigned by the Residential Coordinator or designee
May perform tasks in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities programs
Actively participate in corporate-wide initiatives
Support and work within the mission and strategic plan of the organization
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations and standards
Communicate in all directions in a manner that is positive, productive, and supportive of teamwork, innovation, and collaboration
Create and maintain a Regional culture of inclusion focused on growth and improvement
Work collaboratively with management teams to ensure quality service delivery
Attend regular staff meetings