Direct Support Professional
Sunrise Group•North Charleston, SC
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides support, assistance, and supervision to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can live valued lives in the community. The role uses an individualized approach to help meet each person’s needs, goals, rights, and preferences, while protecting their health, safety, and well-being. Direct Support Professionals are mandated reporters and must report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Requirements
- Successfully complete required pre-employment background and drug screenings.
- Valid driver’s license with all necessary endorsements.
- At least three years of driving experience.
- Basic computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Identify and report suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights.
- Provide support, assistance, and supervision according to individuals’ plans, needs, and goals.
- Ensure individuals’ training, behavior, and support programs are implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Protect individuals’ health, safety, and well-being at all times.
- Provide a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice.
- Follow positioning schedules and use proper equipment and assistive devices as specified in the plan.
- Provide the necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture, and equipment.
- Ensure homes, outside areas, and vehicles are well maintained and organized.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that the employee is involved in or witnesses.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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