Direct Support Professional

Aveanna Healthcare • Saint Marys, PA

125d

About The Position

Working in the home and/or a community environment, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for the delivery of quality one-on-one services to intellectual and/or developmentally disabled individuals and working towards their outcome statement as outlined in the Individual Support Plan. Care may also involve activities of daily living and communication with other members of the individual's multi-disciplinary team.

Requirements

• Desire to assist individuals to live life to its fullest.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Active driver's license, current automobile insurance, current car registration, and current car inspection if transporting.
• Willingness to accompany those served into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions while maintaining sensitivity to the civil and human rights and dignity of the individual.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance.
• FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to recognize incidents and report them.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Attention to detail.
• Time Management.
• Strong commitment to excellence.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Quick-thinking and astute decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Professionally support adult or pediatric individuals with an intellectual and/or developmental disability where they live, work, or in other community settings.
• Implement strategies to assist the individual in obtaining their outcome as stated in the Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Complete documentation to substantiate services being delivered (EVV, daily service note).
• Assist the Individual and the Individual's interdisciplinary team in the development and maintenance of the Individual's ISP.
• Immediately report any changes or problems in the Individual's condition to the manager.
• Complete all documentation in accordance with state and program regulations, Aveanna HealthCare policies and procedures, and any applicable accreditation standards.
• Adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.
• Assist individuals in reaching their goals to be more independent by offering guidance, instruction, and role modeling.
• Search for opportunities for those served to experience life in their homes and communities based on their hobbies and interests.
• Support the individuals' preferences and ensure their interests are honored.
• Assist individuals in the development of appropriate life skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, budgeting, personal hygiene, etc.
• Ensure the health and safety of the Individual.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED