FT Direct Support Professional

FUTURES COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES INC•Ulster Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional provides supervision and guidance to individuals with disabilities who reside in the group home by performing a variety of tasks in the areas of personal care, medication management, and crisis management. This role involves ensuring compliance with agency policies, regulations, and Individual Service Plans (ISPs). The position requires ongoing training, effective communication, and the ability to act as an advocate for the individuals served.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license
a high school diploma or GED equivalent or experience in the field
no criminal record
must be a U.S. citizen
Physically lift 40-100 pounds unassisted
Physically lift 100 pounds or more assisted
Reach above head and below knees
Endure repetitive motions with right and left hands
Reach out as to pull and push a wheelchair
Make twisting and bending motions at the waist
Have good reaction response to protect personal space
Must maintain Medication Administration Certification.

Responsibilities

Have a working knowledge of all agency policies and procedures and ensures compliance.
Ensure compliance with 6100 and 6400 regulations along with updated ODP requirements communicated through bulletins and communications.
Performs all job duties with the Agency’s mission and vision.
Identify individual’s strengths, needs, and goals.
Ensures implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and documents outcomes accurately and timely.
Completes at least 24 hours of training annually, including mandatory training and trainings assigned by your supervisor.
Attends and participates in staff meetings.
Willingness to utilize/learn computers for daily documentation, training, etc.
Assist or perform aspects of personal care such as but not limited to tooth-brushing, toileting, bathing, clothing, and feeding.
Be a positive role model for individuals.
Provide opportunities for individuals to integrate and support them within their community.
Perform housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, shopping, laundry, and mopping.
Provide support and problem-solving techniques to individuals.
Effective and timely communication with immediate supervisor.
Responsible for medication administration. Must maintain Medication Administration Certification.
Act as an advocate for individuals in regard to community relationships.
Be able to identify work safety issues, injuries, and report immediately.
Maintains and adheres to ethics of confidentiality.
Encourage individuals to be independent with their daily skills and/or be willing to teach them skills to become independent.
Encourage and respect choices made by individuals.
Complete required documentation in agency approved electronic health record and ensure compliance of agency policies pertaining to documentation and Futures’ electronic health record.
Provide assistance with individual’s emotional issues and provide support, education, and solutions.
Elevate incidents identified in the Incident Management Bulletin to a point person.
Use positive and respectful language with your supervisor, co-workers, and individuals.
Utilize and model everyday life philosophy in supporting individuals.
Performs any and all related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.