Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Specialized Transitional Home

River Edge Behavioral Health Center•Macon, GA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, Georgia, employees develop meaningful relationships with patients by building trust and supporting clients and their families. The Specialized Transitional Home serves three to four individuals whose needs cannot be met through less intensive support. Staff help individuals develop life and leisure skills, receive personal care, and participate in the community in accordance with each person's individualized plan. The role is located at 1881 Twin Pines Drive, Macon, Georgia, and works rotating shifts Sunday through Saturday, either 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Certification as a registered behavioral technician.
At least one year of experience working in behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or a related field.
Good computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Communication skills and the ability to foster good relationships among others.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, feeding, and mobility, and provide daily personal care in the home.
Counsel individuals on behavioral concerns, basic decision-making, and resolving minor issues.
Transport individuals or residents to appointments and scheduled activities.
Perform housekeeping tasks, including washing clothes and dishes, dusting, running errands, wiping baseboards, sweeping, and mopping.
Implement interventions developed by the Behavior Analyst in the Behavior Support Plan to prevent challenging behaviors and ensure individuals' safety during crises.
Use de-escalation strategies to reduce and prevent harmful behaviors during crises.
Collaborate with the Behavior Analyst, treatment team members, and facility staff to coordinate crisis management and ensure consistent behavior support strategies.