Direct Support Professional - Medina Day Program/Group Home Combo
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides day-to-day interaction, care, and assistance to individuals served, as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan. The role supports activities of daily living, independence in domestic tasks, safety, personal care, transportation, community integration, environmental cleanliness, and individuals’ rights. The position also supports the agency’s mission and vision through advocacy, engagement, and collaborative communication with individuals and team members. The employee contributes to the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans and completes required documentation. They help ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of individuals, including reporting and documenting in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Duties may include medication administration tasks and health-related activities when authorized by DODD certification. The employee represents The Society professionally, follows agency policies, and performs other duties as assigned. This is a 40-hour-per-week Day Program/Group Home combination position. Day Program hours are weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Group Home hours are every other weekend from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. The employee may be required to work holidays or shifts outside the normal schedule. The location is assigned, with travel for agency meetings and site visits and for meetings, appointments, outings, and training outside the agency. The role reports to a Site Manager, Adult Day Services Supervisor, or Camp and Volunteer Coordinator, and works with individuals, families, professionals, medical specialists, administrative support staff, maintenance personnel, and community members.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written.
- Must obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, First Aid, CPR, PMT, and other courses as required.
- Valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and required liability insurance.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day care, assistance, support, and guidance to individuals according to their Ohio Individual Support Plans.
- Assist with activities of daily living, personal care, transportation, safety and security, environmental cleanliness, community living and integration, and upholding individuals’ rights.
- Promote independence in domestic tasks, including home chores and cleaning.
- Support individuals in alignment with the agency’s mission and vision, including through advocacy and engagement.
- Communicate and collaborate positively with individuals and team members.
- Provide input into the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans, including documentation.
- Ensure individuals’ health, safety, and wellbeing, and complete reporting and documentation in accordance with agency policy, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform medication administration tasks and health-related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification.
- Maintain punctuality and dependability; work holidays or shifts outside the normal schedule when required.
- Represent The Society professionally and promote effective internal and external relationships, communication, and advocacy.
- Adhere to agency policies and serve as a role model in following them.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
