Direct Support Specialist

Confidence Health Resources • Sparks, NV

21d • $14 - $16

About The Position

Reporting to the Lead Direct Support Specialist (or Case Manager/QIPD in the case that home does not have a Lead), Direct Support Specialists provide coaching and support to the individuals who live in the 24 hour Supported Living Arrangements (SLAs) that Confidence operates. The DSS will ensure the smooth operation, coordination, and administration of key policies and procedures for Confidence Health Resources. This is an hourly position with both full time and part time options.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Reliable transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous caregiving experience preferred
• Previous housekeeping/customer service experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Providing meaningful and functional activity based programming as mapped out via each individual’s support plan. In other words, the DSS implements a program plan as written and agreed upon by the support team for each individual in the home they are assigned to work.
• Ensuring a safe, organized clean environment that is conducive to living and learning
• Working with the Lead Direct Support Specialist (or Case Manager/QIPD in lieu of this role being filled in a given home) in collaboration with fellow DSS staff to address any concerns related to health and welfare of the individuals served as they arise.
• Demonstrating values such as respect and dignity to the individuals and fellow coworkers.
• Communicating and completing all required documentation for individual program plans, reportable events and incidents, meeting established deadlines.
• Ensuring necessary resources - food, water, medications , etc. - are available and that the individuals are fed nutritious meals as their program plans indicate.
• Supervising community outings according to the needs of individuals as outlined with their established programs.
• Providing behavioral support consistent with behavioral management support and document appropriately.
• Ensuring ultimate health and safety by scheduling, organizing and providing transportation to doctor’s offices for wellness checks and follow ups aimed at accomplishing satisfactory care.
• Serving as front line teachers in skill acquisition and document progress as required.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of this position as allowed by law.

Benefits

• 75% employer paid health insurance
• 50% employer paid dental insurance
• Employer paid trainings and certification classes to maintain compliance with relevant State and regional agencies
• Short term disability coverage
• Gas allowance (for qualifying employees)
• Ability to request up to 6 weeks of vacation a year (currently unpaid)
• End of year Winter Bonus pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees