Per Diem Direct Support Professional

Waypoint Maine•Sanford, ME

About The Position

The Residential Per Diem Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building relationships, communicating effectively, developing independence, and pursuing personally satisfying lifestyles. The DSP promotes members’ self-determination, growth, interests, culture, and needs while maintaining a safe, supportive environment and treating each person with dignity and respect. The position involves working as part of a team and representing Waypoint professionally in the community, with families and guardians, and in members’ residences or programs. Staff are expected to demonstrate professionalism, ethics, responsibility, and confidentiality. This is a per diem hourly position with no guaranteed number of hours. Per diem staff may not work more than 25 hours in a one-week period and must work at least 12 hours every two months to remain active. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour.

Requirements

Position experience is not required; must desire to work with individuals with intellectual disabilities and be willing to learn to support people living with complex disabilities.
Willingness to implement positive behavior support and structured activities, collect accurate treatment and behavior data, and communicate effectively with members, families, coworkers, and other professionals.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license from the state of residence and a clean driving record.
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
Must have or acquire through training the information technology skills needed to enter time and attendance, document services, complete trainings, and communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
Ability to stand, walk, run, shuffle, kneel and rise, bend and twist, grasp firmly, raise hands above the head, stoop, and move throughout the program and grounds.
Ability to run a short distance, push and pull personal care equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds independently using safe body mechanics.
Ability to speak and model clear English, hear normal speech and receive detailed oral information, and maintain close visual acuity for data collection and preparation, instruction, and use of computer screens and technology.
Ability to implement Safety Care techniques to escort members or establish their safety in emergencies or as specified by a support plan.

Responsibilities

Develop rapport with residents and cultivate safe, supportive relationships.
Provide support and guidance during members’ skills-building activities.
Implement individual treatment plans and positive support plans.
Support daily living activities, including meal preparation, maintaining a clean and healthy environment, and personal hygiene, to encourage self-help skills.
Transport residents in approved vehicles for activities or medical appointments as needed.
Use sound judgment to protect members’ safety and welfare, and notify the House Manager about situations that could negatively affect home operations or member welfare and safety.
Respect members’ privacy and confidentiality.
Accurately record expenditures from member funds and agency funds.
Comply with licensing, MaineCare, Person-Centered Planning, and Waypoint policy and procedure requirements.
Collect accurate and timely data and document members’ ISP progress, treatment plans, and positive support plans as required to track progress toward goals and outcomes.
Follow mandated reporter guidelines for reportable events.
Maintain professional, collaborative, and positive conduct; build cooperative relationships with staff and resolve conflicts promptly.
Work as part of a team and accept direction, constructive feedback, and information from the House Manager and team.
Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance.
Provide flexible support across residential settings as needed.
Promote safety, maintain clean and orderly residences or program sites, follow cleaning routines and checklists, and initiate household upkeep as necessary.
Follow agency safety standards and procedures.
Report safety and maintenance needs to the Home Manager using internal Maintenance Department protocols.
Follow transportation policies and identify vehicle maintenance concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.