Direct Support Professional - Carrollton IDD Program

Georgia Department of Revenue•Carrollton, TX

About The Position

Pathways Center’s intellectual and developmental disabilities programs and services are based in Carroll, Coweta, Meriwether, and Troup counties in west-central Georgia. The Direct Support Professional supports individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a residential, facility-based, and/or community setting. The role promotes a safe environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect and supports participation in recreation, socialization, vocational activities, and community life according to personal interests and abilities identified through person-centered planning. The position provides training and guidance in everyday and independent-living skills, personal care, social support, and physical assistance with activities of daily living. Work is scheduled in 12-hour shifts, either 9 a.m.–9 p.m. or 9 p.m.–9 a.m., with every other weekend off.

Requirements

One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a human services organization and a valid driver’s license, or an associate degree in a related field and a valid driver’s license.
High school diploma or GED and six months of relevant job-related training or experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct personal care and supervision to individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in residential, facility-based, and community settings as needed.
Assist with developing an individual service or treatment plan for each assigned client.
Teach basic life skills in residential, day, and/or community-based settings.
Observe and monitor client behavior; document observations and incidents when applicable.
Train clients in basic personal and social skills, simple academics, or work skills.
Arrange medical care and support clients in obtaining ongoing medical treatment.
Monitor food intake, functional and psychosocial status, wellness activities, and related needs.
Support individuals in building relationships and social networks.
Provide transportation for individual or group community outings as needed.
Respond promptly to crises by following protocol and applying basic CPR and first-aid training.
Counsel and advise clients on behavioral challenges, daily decisions, and resolution of minor problems.
Participate in Individual Service Plan meetings and case reviews with the team to evaluate needs and plan continuing services.
Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, washing dishes, and errands.
Involve clients in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals while considering dietary needs and requirements.
Document client progress and services daily, and report changes in client condition to the direct care treatment team.