DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-PART TIME
About The Position
Direct Support Professionals at Fine Line Studios facilitate art activities, inspire creative expression, support participants to develop their art skills and foster independence. The ideal candidate for this position is compassionate, creative, and eager to make a positive impact on their community. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their goals. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client’s program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the day program and the community. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED is required
- Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Valid driver’s license
- Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable
Nice To Haves
- associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Prior experience in the human services field, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person-centered ISP; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans
- Complete required documentation
- Administer Medication
- Provide transportation to consumers
- Support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate
- Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including recreational activities, art galleries, etc.
- Assist in facilitating art activities including but not limited to: drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fibers, jewelry, crafts, music, and wellness activities
- Complete required documentation in a timely manner
- Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor
Benefits
- Sign on bonus-$500
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
