Direct Support Professional (11:30am to 4:15pm, including e/o weekend)

ALPHA OPPORTUNITIES INC•Jamestown, ND

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This position can be part-time or part-time benefit eligible, and requires a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Alpha Opportunities, Inc. values Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Innovation, Community, and Partnership, ensuring care is delivered in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the person(s) and family’s diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights. The Direct Support Professional removes barriers and provides supports in a unique, changing environment, assisting people to lead self-directed lives and participate fully in the community. They provide supports independently and as part of a collaborative care team, acting as a positive role model. Care may be provided to persons in either residential or day center facilities depending on scheduling, or when accompanying the person in the place(s) of volunteering or anywhere the person may need assistance.

Requirements

Pass all prehire requirements such as criminal background and drug screen.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
Possess a caring and positive attitude.
Be flexible and attentive to detail.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Possess good organizational skills.
Possess good listening and communication skills.
Ability to follow oral and written communications.
Provide proof of and/or complete training for: CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Developmental Disabilities Certification, Medication Administration, and any required training.
Sufficient strength to assist with lifting and transferring a person(s) and perform CPR.
Ability to lift twenty (20) lbs.
Ability to move, lift, or transfer person(s) which may involve lifting of up to fifty (50) lbs., as well as assist with weights of more than one hundred (100) lbs.
Sufficient mobility to bend, stoop and bend down to the floor.
Ability to move around rapidly and in small, confined areas.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent preferred
1 year of experience in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Incorporate our values and mission into delivery of all services.
Perform duties and represent one’s self in a positive and professional manner.
Maintain regular and on-time attendance; willingness to be flexible in scheduling.
Foster positive relationships between people supported, guardians, family members, and coworkers.
Empower people supported to make informed decisions, facilitate inclusion in community experiences and activities, and promote independence in daily activities such as work, learning, and leisure.
Assist to carry out people supported development and support services plans and goals.
Perform personal care tasks such as assisting person with personal hygiene and grooming.
May perform home management functions such as cooking or shopping.
May accompany person(s) to health care appointments.
Provide orientation and training for new employees assigned to work with that DSP in their work area.
Administer or supervise self-administration of medication.
Communicate regularly with assigned supervisor and others as needed or required, presenting any problems or issues without delay.
Ensure people supported safety and maintain a safe environment.
Maintain knowledge of administrative practices and procedures as well as applicable regulations, guidelines, and policy pertaining to position and services provided.
Maintain documentation and submit paperwork in a timely manner.
Protect and preserve operations by following HIPAA guidelines.
Complete all training requirements in a timely manner.
Perform therapeutic intervention, CPR, and First Aid as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.