Direct Support Professional

DELTA COMMUNITY SUPPORTS•Flemington, NJ

56d•$18 - $18

About The Position

Responsible for the direct care of adults in a program setting which supports the interests and needs of individuals, often with disabilities, including intellectual disabilities. Advances Delta’s mission and values. Reports to: Family Support Coordinator

Requirements

Ability to read, write and speak English; perform arithmetical calculations
Ability to use excellent oral and written communications skills.
Ability to use telephone, voice mail, copier, facsimile machine, computer and calculator.
Ability work effectively with people, facilitating their growth and development.
Ability to use acquired knowledge of supervisory and administrative principals and methods.
Ability to operate vehicles with a valid driver’s license in accordance with applicable state laws, insurance provider requirements and company policies and procedures.
Ability to assess information from plan information to facilitate interactions.
The ability to frequently exert up to fifty (50) pounds of force (lifting).
A high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Ability to work on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on a given assignments.
Ability to resolve non-routine situations properly.
Ability to manage multiple and sometimes confliction priorities.

Responsibilities

Engage individuals according to our mission.
Utilize programmatic resources.
Promotes and demonstrates ethical and professional conduct at all times
Participates and promotes continuous quality improvement projects and ongoing performance measures.
Ensure the implementation of high quality individual support plans.
Promote and follow Delta’s Risk Management Program for the health and safety of individuals and employees.
Engage individuals in meaningful activities at home and community
Assist in basic living activities of each individual including appearance, nutrition, recreation and socialization.
Pursue community integration for each individual
Act as a role model to the individuals in areas such as appearance, emotional stability and social behavior.
Encourage and work with individuals to progress towards their outcomes and record data
Developing objectives and outcomes
Evaluating progress toward independence in outcomes
Encouraging person-centered services
Incident/Unusual Incident Report
Case Notes
Communicate continuously with your Supervisor via email, text, phone, and other means of communication
Regular attendance is essential
Report unsafe conditions IMMEDIATELY
Participate in activities to protect the safety of employees and individuals of Delta
Adhere to the use of universal safety precautions and health precautions and health regulations with all individuals
Participate in training and education on health and safety issues and techniques yearly in a timely manner
Must be an approved driver and must maintain that status.
Perform other duties as directed to support service to the individuals, the division and Delta.
Perform such other duties that may be assigned for providing excellent customer service and for the most effective operation of the company.
Attend monthly staff meetings and all required training programs as assigned by the supervisor.
Transport individuals in personal and company vehicles as required.
Cooperate with company and regulatory agency personnel during any inspection or investigation.
Comply with Delta’s policies and DDD waiver standards.