Direct Support Professional (DSP)-Recreational Services

St Coletta of Wisconsin Inc•Jefferson, WI

About The Position

Mission Statement: Inspired the Franciscan Values of compassion. dignity and respect, we support individuals with diverse and unique abilities to achieve their highest quality of life. person growth and spiritual awareness. Summary: The DSP For Recreational Services provides overall support to persons served by teaching skills that foster independence and community integration as directed and guided by the person's Individual Service Plan (ISP). This position works withing our recreational department as well as our Vocational Skills Training Progran1 (VSTP). They also ensure the highest quality of standards in a supportive, clean and safe environment.

Requirements

Demonstrates Franciscan Values of Compassion, Dignity and Respect at all times
Provides consistent, quality care as outlined in client ISPs and St Coletta policies
Successful completion of all required training
Demonstrates basic computer skills
Effective written, verbal, and non-verbal communication and documentation skills
Demonstrated professionalism with all stakeholders
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and/or oral instructions
Demonstrates flexibility in work assignments
Ability to effectively respond to sensitive and urgent issues and ask for assistance as appropriate
Ability to develop interpersonal relationship with coworkers and clients
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Demonstrates good time management skills and ability to prioritize
Capable of working independently with minimal direction
Ability to think critically, identify problems and use sound judgement
Aptitude for and desire to accept new responsibilities
Takes initiative to be developed as a leader
Is open and receptive to new ideas, constructive feedback, and flexible with work assignments
Demonstrates intermediate level written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage professional, interpersonal relationships with all members of the organization and external stakeholders
Ability to identify a situation and give constructive input towards a solution or improvement
Ability to effectively diffuse negativity with coworkers
High School Diploma or equivalent or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend documents.
Ability to write reports and correspondence.
Ability to effectively communicate with customers, clients, and employees.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to problem solve with a variety of variables in standardized situations.
Ability to interpret and follow through on instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets the standards set forth by the organization and valid vehicle insurance.
Ability to complete and maintain all required training in accordance with organizational, County, State, and Federal regulations.
This position requires that an employee is able to drive for work purposes and must maintain a valid driver's license with a driving record that meets the standards set forth by the organization.
Ability to respond to and de-escalate behavior issues.
Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to make sound decisions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

Provides support to persons served by teaching skills that foster independence and community integration
Follows the care plan as written in the ISP (i.e. goals, objectives, schedules, daily routines)
Assesses the skill level of persons served and provides appropriate assistance
Provides support to the Recreation Department including oversight the Special Olympics Program
In the Vocational Skills Training Program (VSTP), the DSP is responsible for supervising, evaluation, and providing instruction to VSTP participants.
Participates in weekend events including evenings and overnights as needed.
Engages persons served in activities
Completes and maintains accurate records of client progress and services performed and personal financials of persons served, reporting any changes in client condition to supervisor or manager
Transports persons served to locations outside of the home/Program area
Plan, shop for, and/or prepare nutritious meals
Medication passing/monitoring and performs all medication passing/medical procedures as delegated by the RN or supervisor
Administer personal care, such as but not limited to ambulation, personal hygiene assistance, and client specific needs as delegated by the RN or supervisor
Supports the spiritual enrichment choices of persons served
Perform housekeeping duties such as cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, maintaining cleanliness of Program vehicle, basic maintenance of outside house/Program area appearance, and running errands for program area/home.
Maintain a safe environment for persons served
Performs other job duties as assigned
Supports the mission and vision of the organization
Participates in committees and meetings
Adheres to all St. Coletta policies and procedures