Direct Support Professionals- Part Time- All shifts

JT Mummert Consulting LLC•Shippensburg, PA

82d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will be involved in the general supervision, care, and activities of the individual(s) in the home and/or the community. These activities may include assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), providing supervision for health and safety, transporting individuals for appointments, and implementing support plans. This is a safety-sensitive position. The role involves assisting individuals with food preparation, kitchen duties, and meal preparation following nutritional requirements. It also includes assisting individuals with room care and general house cleaning. Medical responsibilities include reporting observations, administering medications after training, encouraging healthy choices, and becoming familiar with medical protocols. Personal care assistance may include bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and eating meals as outlined in their Individual Support Plan. Other duties include transporting individuals, supervising general activities, handling emergencies, communicating with relevant parties, attending staff meetings, and participating in annual training.

Requirements

High school diploma
Valid driver’s license
Documentation skills
Organization skills
Conflict Resolution skills
Collaboration skills
Problem Solving skills
Vocal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Initiative
Care for Others
Professionalism
Lifting ability
Positive and Uplifiting Demeanor
Strong Work Ethic

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience working with individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, or other disabilities
At least two years of experience in a caregiver or similar role

Responsibilities

Provide age and functionality appropriate program activities that include assistance, training, and support for the acquisition of functional skills, personal needs, communication, and personal adjustment to promote greater independence and participation in the community.
Implement goal plans as directed and assist in developing goal plans.
Direct communication of important information to the family, the Home and Community Director and/or the Assistant Director.
Correctly and accurately record an individual's activities and progress on service notes, and other forms as required.
Provide individuals with opportunities for community integration.
Meet all the documentation requirements of the electronic visits verification regulations.
Assist the individuals in food preparation and in kitchen duties, teaching appropriate skills.
Prepare meals following nutritional requirements and using proper food storage guidelines.
Assist and monitor with eating and follow eating plans e.g., choking.
Assist the individuals in room care and general house cleaning, teaching appropriate skills.
Report medical observations and concerns to the family, the Home and Community Director and/or the Assistant Director.
After becoming trained in modified medication administration, support and/or assist individuals with taking medications as prescribed.
Encourage individuals to follow doctor recommendations regarding healthy choices and wellness.
Become familiar with and receive training in specific medical protocols as directed.
Assist individuals with personal care and supervision, as outlined in their Individual Support Plan, which may include, but not limited to: bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, eating meals.
Transport individuals as needed using a personal vehicle.
Supervise general activities for the individuals.
Handle emergencies based on organizational protocols.
Communicate with the family, the Home and Community Director and/or the Assistant Director using appropriate means.
Attend mandatory staff meetings and/or read the minutes of those meetings.
Participate in twenty-four hours of training annually as required by the regulations.
All other duties to be assigned.