Direct Support Professional

LittleStar ABA Therapy•Carmel, IN

43d

About The Position

We deliver exceptional service by hiring extraordinary talent! Direct Support services are provided to individuals needing additional assistance in their daily life. The degree of care can vary depending on the needs of the individual. Activities may include planning and providing instruction or assistance in activities of daily living, recreation and leisure, social and interpersonal skills, communication skills, decision making, self-advocacy, community integration, medication assistance, cooking, housekeeping, and other related services. We are currently looking for Monday-Friday 12pm-4pm availability Why Work at LittleStar? Collaborative and supportive team A friendly and relaxed atmosphere Healthy work-life balance

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must provide documentation of a negative TB screening from an authorized entity
Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First aid certification annually and perform, as necessary.
Possess and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements.
Maintain a valid Indiana driver's license, full-coverage insurance on personal vehicle, and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier. Must possess and maintain reliable transportation that meets state requirements for transporting persons served
A positive team player and energetic professional
Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Good judgment and creative thinking skills
Ability to communicate appropriately given the circumstances of the situation and individuals involved
Discretion in matters that need to remain private
Speaking – must speak and understand the English language
Hearing – requires hearing ability sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively
Reaching with hands and arms; be dexterous while using hands to finger, handle or feel
Exhibiting physical agility such as walk/run/climb stairs; sit/stand for long periods time;; have quick reaction time / move quickly
Lifting/pushing/pulling at least 50 lbs.
Patient behaviors may precipitate and/or impact an employee’s personal mental health. The DSP role may not be suitable for people with certain behavioral health conditions (e.g., PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar, etc.).
Must remain calm and focused under pressure
Must successfully pass the initial and updated criminal history, background, and record checks, which includes driving history checks.
Must provide transportation to patients using your personal vehicle and travel to different locations within the surrounding area to assist individuals with their daily needs (grocery shopping, doctors appointments, community integration needs, etc.).
Must provide proof of automobile insurance with a minimum of $100,000 combined in property and medical liability prior to and during employment.
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed, provided by LittleStar.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Executes PCISP goals as outlined in the Person-Centered Individualized Support plan
Assist in designing monthly day program activity schedule
Implements appropriate response to high-risk areas as outlined in each individual’s high-risk plan
Keeps client safe
Provides and maintains an environment free of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Reports any incidents or suspicions to a supervisor immediately
Assists client with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Adheres to diet, supplementation, and medication protocols, per parent/guardian instructions
Refrains from any unauthorized use of cell phones, Internet and email that is not related to LittleStar duties
Supervise a maximum of 16 clients in center
Maintains client and family confidentiality per LittleStar policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations
Refers parent to appropriate staff member with regards to non-waiver related questions
Completes data collection as directed
Completes and submits client billing as directed
Completes and submits additional paperwork in a timely manner (time clock exception forms, incident reports, mileage reimbursement forms, temperature tracking forms, etc.)
Reports to work on time, and calls appropriate person when going to be late
Refrains from excessive absenteeism
Requests time off well in advance, calls-out sick to the appropriate person at least two hours before the scheduled shift.
Communicates with Waiver Services Director regarding all developments, problems or concerns as needed and requests feedback
Responds appropriately and professionally to feedback
Flexible with schedule changes
Attends and participates in team meetings, trainings and other meetings as requested by the Waiver Services Director or Waiver Services Coordinator, or Executive Director
Works collaboratively with other members of client’s treatment team and family
Maintains environment by cleaning up after client and self
Respects the property of LittleStar ABA Therapy and the family
Acts as a positive role model for all staff, families, and client’s working with LittleStar
Maintains professional relationship with parents and other family members
Adheres to all LittleStar policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned by the Waiver Services Director or Waiver Services Coordinator