DSS - DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL(Residential)

Moore Center Services, Inc.•Manchester, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential position is responsible for training, coaching, and supporting individuals to promote their independence and help them learn new skills. This role involves ensuring consistent implementation of resident programming, providing transportation, maintaining residences, supervising medication administration, and assisting with medical appointments. The DSP will also be responsible for appropriate record-keeping and reporting, attending meetings, and ensuring resident hygiene and appropriate attire. In emergency situations, staff may be required to perform duties beyond the standard job description to ensure client safety.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 1 year in human services or health care required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems
Clean criminal, motor vehicle and Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services background checks
Valid driver’s license
100,000/300,000 liability insurance
Reliable vehicle
Ability to work independently, as part of a team, or in a group setting
Strong emphasis on Customer Service skills
Ability to speak, read and write English
Ability to individualize the supports needed for the individuals we serve
Ability to work with a variety of the individuals we serve on a daily basis
Ability to successfully complete the MOAB 1 and 2 trainings
Ability to successfully complete medication training if applicable
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and daily assignments
Adherence to NH state law requiring mandated reporting of suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Maintenance of criminal, motor vehicle, DCYF, OIG, and Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services record checks that meet agency standards.

Responsibilities

Remaining on shift until adequate coverage is provided.
Consistent implementation of resident programming training (Service Agreement Goals & Objectives: daily living skills, community access).
Provide transportation for residents in approved vehicles; may be required to use own vehicle in emergencies.
Meeting all Residential Standards and Regulations.
Participating in the development of resident’s programs (Service Agreements, Behavior Programs, Strategies, Client Centered Conferences).
Aiding in the general upkeep of residence, furnishings and equipment (yard work, cleaning, laundry, housekeeping).
Supervision of residents’ self-administration and/or distribution and administration of prescribed medications (upon successful completion of training).
Supervision of residents’ medical/evaluative appointments and accompaniment to such appointments.
Appropriate record keeping and report writing (Daily Log, Goal and Objective documentation, Significant Event Reports, Accident Reports, Behavior Programs, filing).
Attending required meetings.
Reporting any pertinent client incidents/inconsistencies from routine.
Completing and implementing behavior management programs and documenting interventions.
Ensuring resident hygiene and appropriate attire.
Other duties as assigned by House Manager.