Direct Support Professional- Residential
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by implementing and supporting person-centered support and behavior plans. The role respects and understands the rights of individuals, promotes safety and independence, and recognizes each person's individual needs. DSPs help individuals achieve goals they select, build as much independence as possible, and receive support in daily living to create a safe and healthy life. Depending on the position, duties may include assisting with personal care and transfers while encouraging individuals to perform as much self-care as possible; using adaptive equipment; driving individuals to appointments, work, day programs, recreation events, and stores; completing medication records and counts; maintaining a clean and orderly environment; and teaching or supporting individuals with housekeeping. The DSP completes required training, follows safety and emergency protocols, and submits accurate, timely documentation.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a valid driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and dependable transportation.
- Pass a drug screen and comprehensive background check.
- Have an HCSP Certificate.
- Be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
- Be able to grasp the equivalent of a 12-ounce can.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals in achieving goals they select and as much independence as possible.
- Support individuals in daily living to help create a safe and healthy life.
- Depending on the position, assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring while encouraging individuals to perform as much self-care as possible.
- Depending on the position, use adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, belts and locks, and Hoyer lifts, and securely load and unload clients.
- Drive individuals to appointments, work, day programs, recreation events, and stores as needed.
- Complete medication records and counts.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for individuals.
- Perform general housekeeping and teach or support individuals in performing housekeeping.
- Complete new-hire, on-the-job, and annual training within designated timeframes.
- Understand and follow physical safety and emergency protocols.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Benefits
- CPR/First Aid training is provided.
- SIRS, Inc. is a qualifying organization under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
