Direct Support Professional (Awake Overnights 10pm to 8am including e/o weekend))

ALPHA OPPORTUNITIES INC•Jamestown, ND

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional removes barriers and provides support in a unique, changing environment, helping people lead self-directed lives and participate fully in the community. The role provides support independently and as part of a collaborative care team, and may involve care in residential or day-center facilities, accompanying people while volunteering, or providing assistance wherever needed. The position directly reports to people supported and the assigned Supervisor. Regular, on-time attendance and flexibility in scheduling are critical.

Requirements

Pass all prehire requirements, including criminal background and drug screening.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
Demonstrate a caring and positive attitude.
Be flexible and attentive to detail.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Have good organizational, listening, and communication skills.
Follow oral and written communications.
Provide proof of required certifications or complete training provided for CPR, First Aid, Developmental Disabilities Certification, Medication Administration, and other required training.
Have sufficient strength to assist with lifting and transferring people and to perform CPR; ability to lift 20 pounds, with lifting or assisting with weights of up to 50 pounds and more than 100 pounds as described.
Have sufficient mobility to bend, stoop, reach the floor, move rapidly, and work in small, confined areas.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
One year of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

Incorporate the organization’s values and mission into service delivery and represent oneself in a positive, professional manner.
Foster positive relationships among people supported, guardians, family members, and coworkers.
Empower people supported to make informed decisions, participate in community experiences and activities, and build independence in daily activities such as work, learning, and leisure.
Carry out development and support plans and goals for people supported.
Provide personal care, including assistance with personal hygiene and grooming; perform home-management tasks such as cooking or shopping; and accompany people to health care appointments as needed.
Provide orientation and training to new employees assigned to work with the DSP in their work area.
Administer medication or supervise self-administration of medication.
Communicate regularly with the assigned supervisor and others as needed or required, promptly raising problems or issues.
Ensure the safety of people supported and maintain a safe environment.
Follow applicable administrative practices, procedures, regulations, guidelines, and policies; maintain documentation and submit paperwork on time; and protect confidential information by following HIPAA guidelines.
Complete required training in a timely manner.
Perform therapeutic intervention, CPR, and First Aid as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.