DSP/Developmental Trainer

Futures Unlimited•Pontiac, MI

18d

About The Position

Direct Support Person (DSP) Location: Pontiac, IL, 61764 Job Description: The Direct Support Person assists and supports adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. This position is responsible for documentation of individual progress, goal progress, behavioral/physical health and service hours. This positions plans, initiates, and supports persons served in a variety of social, educational, wellness, and vocational training experiences. This role will promote health/safety, self-advocacy and community inclusion. Essential Functions: Assist in the transportation of individuals, serving as a monitor. Document accurate attendance, time cards and services hours. Assist in the personal care and hygiene of persons served. Engage and support persons served in daily activities and experiences. Initiate and follow individual training objectives as identified in person centered/individual service plan and as directed by assigned supervisor. Assist in the planning and development of program curriculum, experiences, and activities that address the needs and desired outcomes of persons served. Follow behavior support plans as identified in individual service plans. Be accountable for the location and activity of assigned individuals. Assist and support individuals at meal times, promoting independence, safety and wellness. Drive agency vehicles as required to engage persons served in community experiences. Other Responsibilities: Provide coverage at any DT site or CILA as assigned. Responsible for attending trainings to meet annual requirements: First Aid, CPR, CPI, Safety and OIG. Respect persons served and promote a positive image of persons with disabilities. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Illinois Driver’s License. Maintain minimum insurance requirement. Pass physical function test. Must have or be able to obtain CPR, Heimlich Maneuver, First Aid certifications. Data entry skills using programs such as VERTEX, Paychex, and Paychex Flex. Solid communication and interpersonal skills. This position is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position (30-35 hours) depending on agency need, Monday through Friday 8:30am–3:30pm. This individual reports directly to the DT Manager of Operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Illinois Driver’s License.
Maintain minimum insurance requirement.
Pass physical function test.
Must have or be able to obtain CPR, Heimlich Maneuver, First Aid certifications.
Data entry skills using programs such as VERTEX, Paychex, and Paychex Flex.
Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in the transportation of individuals, serving as a monitor.
Document accurate attendance, time cards and services hours.
Assist in the personal care and hygiene of persons served.
Engage and support persons served in daily activities and experiences.
Initiate and follow individual training objectives as identified in person centered/individual service plan and as directed by assigned supervisor.
Assist in the planning and development of program curriculum, experiences, and activities that address the needs and desired outcomes of persons served.
Follow behavior support plans as identified in individual service plans.
Be accountable for the location and activity of assigned individuals.
Assist and support individuals at meal times, promoting independence, safety and wellness.
Drive agency vehicles as required to engage persons served in community experiences.
Provide coverage at any DT site or CILA as assigned.
Responsible for attending trainings to meet annual requirements: First Aid, CPR, CPI, Safety and OIG.
Respect persons served and promote a positive image of persons with disabilities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.