FT Direct Support Professional

FUTURES COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES INC•Athens, PA

1d•$17

About The Position

Job Description for: Direct Support Professional/Home and Community Job Summary: The Direct Support Professional in this position provides supervision and guidance to the individuals with disabilities in the community by performing a variety of tasks in the areas of personal care and crisis management.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license
Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Must have no criminal record
Must be a U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

Performs all job duties with the Agency’s mission, vision, and values in mind
Identify individual’s strengths, needs, and goals.
Ensures implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and documentations outcomes accurately and in a timely fashion
Attend 24 hours per year, including mandatory trainings and staff meetings as assigned.
Responsible for safeguarding participant and residence funds and completing appropriate documentation.
Assist or perform aspects of personal care such as tooth-brushing, toileting, bathing, clothing, and feeding.
Perform housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, shopping, laundry, and mopping.
Drives agency vehicle and provides transportation to complete residence functions and transports participants to programs and appointments.
Responsible for medication administration. Must maintain Approved Medication Personnel Status and adhere to polices and procedures relevant to medication administration.
Act as an advocate for individuals in regard to community relations.
Maintains and adheres to ethics of confidentiality
Provide assistance with individual’s emotional issues and provide support and solutions.
Report any incidents identified in the Incident Management Bulletin, safety issues, and workplace injuries immediately.
Performs any and all related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor