Direct Support Professional (On-Call, Part-Time, Full -Time)

Origami Rehabilitation•Mason, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Origami Rehabilitation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive rehabilitation for children and adults with neurological, developmental, mental health, and orthopedic conditions through their residential and outpatient programs. Origami aims to make a difference in the lives of community members through mission-driven work with a close-knit interdisciplinary team. The team shares the goal of exceeding client expectations through a positive growth-mindset, knowledge sharing, and a sincere commitment to growing individually and collectively through collaboration and continued education. Origami’s core values are Celebrate the Individual, Inspire Excellence, Serve with Integrity, and Lead with Passion. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will provide quality care to clients in the residential program under the direct supervision of the Residential Supervisor (RS). DSPs will assist in the provision of direct care, support, and supervision of clients as determined by standard procedures and individual treatment plans, and document these activities. The DSP will serve as a resource and advocate for clients and maintain facility cleanliness standards. Excellent customer service is provided to clients and other stakeholders at all times. Starting pay begins at $15 per hour, with an additional $1 per hour incentive pay between 11pm and 6am. Starting pay may be negotiable with related experience.

Requirements

18 years of age
Strong attention to detail
Efficient and timely, able to multitask
Embraces and embodies Origami's core values: Celebrate the Individual. Inspire Excellence. Serve with Integrity. Lead with Passion.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
CNA certification
Medication administration & wound care

Responsibilities

Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner according to the daily schedule.
Maintain working knowledge of client location, level of engagement and utilize proper intervention techniques to maximize participation.
Maintain positive communication channels in accordance with procedures with the respective Clinical Nurse and/or therapist(s) via direct supervisor(s) any concern or relevant topic relating to the client’s care, treatment plan implementation, and/or strategies.
Assist with food service in accordance with standards, licensing requirements and dietary needs as necessary and as designated.
Complete accurate and timely daily documentation for each client as designated.
Maintain appropriate professional relationships with clients, client family members, visitors, coworkers, supervisor, and external stakeholders.
Provide transportation to and from community based activities and appointments as necessary.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment including active involvement in facility infection control.
Assist and teach each client personal care skills, daily living skills and interpersonal skills in accordance with each individual treatment plan.
Completion of shift report as designated. Verbal reports should include, but are not limited to: behavior issues, new employees/clients, occurrence reports/injuries, and schedule changes.