Direct Support Professional - Part Time Wooster Link Day Program
About The Position
The direct support professional provides day to day interactions, care and assistance for individuals served as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan. The Direct Support Professional at The Society will provide assistance, support and guidance in the following areas, as each site requires: Activities Of Daily Living (ADL’S), promotes independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning), safety and security to ensure healthy living, environmental cleanliness, personal care, transportation, community living and integration, and upholding individual’s rights. Supports individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement. Engage in positive, collaborative interactions, communication and support of individuals and team members at all times. Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation. Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements. Perform medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification. Demonstrates punctuality and dependability. May be required to work holidays and other shifts outside of your normal schedule. Represents The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy. Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader. Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
- Must be able to communicate in English including both spoken and written
- Must obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, First Aid, CPR, PMT and other courses as required
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance, support and guidance in Activities of Daily Living (ADL’S)
- Promote independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning)
- Ensure safety and security for healthy living
- Maintain environmental cleanliness
- Provide personal care
- Provide transportation
- Facilitate community living and integration
- Uphold individual’s rights
- Support individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement
- Engage in positive, collaborative interactions, communication and support of individuals and team members
- Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation
- Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements
- Perform medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification
- Demonstrate punctuality and dependability
- Represent The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy
- Serve as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader
- Adhere to The Society’s policies and act as a role model in adherence to these policies
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Vision Insurance
- Training & Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
