DSP PTII-CSS - Pettis

CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES INC • Sedalia, MO

10d • $18 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Community Support Services (CSS) advances the organizational mission by providing outstanding direct support to Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while empowering them to achieve their highest level of independence through high-quality and diverse support services. The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for Missouri citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle
• Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory (paid) trainings including (but not limited to) CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration (Med Aide), and Universal Precautions to include CPR/First Aid and Level 1 Med-Aide
• Able to follow directions
• Able to document electronically in proprietary systems
• Comfortable with providing personal care
• Computer, and electronic communication comfortable
• Independent worker
• Learning-focused
• Organized
• Person-centered
• Policy-supportive
• Problem solver
• Reliable
• Respectful and professional in communications
• Responsible
• Team player

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

• Integrate Individuals by encouraging and facilitating community connections; assisting in building meaningful relationships with others in their community; and encouraging participation in activities and programs which provide opportunities to spend time constructively and enjoyably
• Empower Individuals by seeking opportunities where Individuals may demonstrate independence; aiding and assisting with skill development in areas of self-help, self-determination, and self-advocacy; and observing, encouraging and recording Individuals’ progress toward established goals
• Aid Individuals by providing physical and emotional support; and maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment through general housekeeping duties (which may include making beds, cooking meal, laundry, care of equipment, etc.)
• Support the Health of Individuals by assisting them with personal care and hygiene activities; assisting them with administering medications; and assisting with therapies or other medically related needs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by completing required documentation to standard and in a timely fashion within established guidelines; actively participating in trainings and meetings; demonstrating professionalism, reliability, good attendance, and accountability
• Strengthen positive work culture by participating in effective, courteous and professional communication; showing kindness and patience to Individuals and co-workers; demonstrating respect and responsibility in daily work; and practicing advocacy and encouragement in all aspects of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED