Direct Support Staff

Network Human Services-posted 3 months ago

Part-time • Entry Level

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The Direct Support Staff is responsible for all aspects of resident care as well as for routine maintenance of the residence. This role involves developing and maintaining relationships with residents, managers, co-workers, agency nurses, behaviorists, family members, and community members. The Direct Support Staff reports directly to the Manager and the Lead Direct Support Staff on duty for all job responsibilities.

Participate in providing all aspects of direct resident care as described in residents' individual plans and document activities appropriately.
Participate in all routine residence maintenance as appropriate within the normal context of home ownership.
Safeguard and properly handle residents’ belongings and funds on the premises.
Document appropriate resident and residence electronic health records including periodic resident specific status assessments and daily task analysis charts.
Participate in the normal family routine of meal preparation as needed and assigned.
Participate in ongoing staff in-service and staff meetings.
Observe all residents' rights and other appropriate legislation affecting the community residence.
Adhere to all community residence policies and procedures.
Work as an active and constructive team member in all duties.
Maintain resident confidentiality and resident record confidentiality.
Cover coworkers’ vacation, sick, or other planned/unplanned absences from work as well as additional emergency staffing when requested.
Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

High School diploma or GED is required.
Obtain and maintain medication certification.
Good interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
Maturity, good judgment, and ability to handle confidential information.
Proficient in First Aid, CPR, PMT, Abuse/Neglect, DDS Medication Administration, and other resident's specific medical and habilitative needs.
Competent in basic computer skills, experienced with electronic health records is preferred.
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License and eligibility for Network, Inc.'s auto insurance.
Physically able to assist participants when necessary (i.e. lifting, using approved adaptive equipment, using approved physical restraint techniques).
Proficient in the electronic health record system THERAP.

Experience with electronic health records is preferred.

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