Direct Support Professional

JEVS Care at Home•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional works under the direct supervision of the Client Care Manager and under the general guidance of the individual as they provide general habilitation and companionship care as indicated in their Individual Support Plan (ISP). Direct Care Support Professional, have an important role in allowing our clients to maintain their independence with an Everyday Lives focused care. Direct Support Professionals (DSP’s) report directly to Client Care Managers (CCM’s) and are expected to communicate with their CCM regularly, as needed, and be available during their scheduled shift, as necessary. Announced and unannounced home visits will occur two times annually during a scheduled shift in the client’s residence. DSP’s are evaluated by their Client Care Manager on their performance at 90 days and annually thereafter. DSP’s are expected to maintain the integrity of JEVS Care at Home, and are expected to comply with all JEVS Care at Home policies, as found in the Caregiver Manual. Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) is a requirement of the role, and training on how to properly document services and timekeeping will be provided to the DSP. DSP is responsible for communicating any EVV compliance issues with their Client Care Manager (CCM).

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a clean driving record, reliable vehicle with updated insurance, registration, and inspection.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Must meet minimum qualifications for each of the following background checks: Criminal, Child Abuse, OIG, SAMS and Medicheck.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
Must have a reliable vehicle that is insured, with updated registration and inspection.
Arrive to assignments with reliability and punctuality.
Must satisfactorily complete JEVS Home Care written exam at 80% passing score on post orientation exam and orientation program.
Ability to effectively communicate with Client Care Manager
Completion of Caregiver Orientation
Must be able to function in a home setting with minimal direct supervision.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and document services provided.
Must be genuinely concerned about helping people and have high moral standards of honesty and integrity.

Responsibilities

Provide general habilitation and companionship care as indicated in their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Communicate with their CCM regularly, as needed, and be available during their scheduled shift, as necessary.
Maintain the integrity of JEVS Care at Home
Comply with all JEVS Care at Home policies, as found in the Caregiver Manual.
Properly document services and timekeeping
Communicate any EVV compliance issues with their Client Care Manager (CCM).