Direct Support Professional - McPherson

DISABILITY SUPPORTS OF THE GREAT PL•McPherson, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional provides quality living and community support and responds to individuals’ needs in residential or community settings. The role teaches, supports, and facilitates choices for individuals in their homes, workplaces, and communities. Employees are expected to attend work consistently and on time, follow scheduled hours and Person Centered Support Plans, and maintain a positive attitude in support of Disability Supports’ mission to enrich the lives of those served. They must meet agency standards for providing the necessary support to promote individuals’ safety, happiness, and well-being.

Requirements

Prompt and consistent attendance is an essential function of the position.
Adhere to scheduled working hours and individuals’ Person Centered Support Plans.
Meet agency standards for supporting the safety, happiness, and well-being of individuals served.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, and provide physical interventions regularly.
Wear personal protective equipment when required; the agency will provide it.

Nice To Haves

Prior direct care experience is preferred but not required.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement Person Centered Support Plans for assigned individuals.
Assist with daily living skills, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, toileting, housekeeping, work activities, and leisure activities.
Administer medications and treatments.
Complete documentation required as part of regular duties.
Report occurrences affecting an individual’s immediate well-being to the appropriate Level 2 or Level 3, Program Manager, Case Manager, or Wellness Liaison.
Attend assigned and required meetings.
Transport individuals when approved to drive agency vehicles.
Perform other duties as assigned.