Medical Direct Support Prof-Driver

OPARC•Montclair, CA

54d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Direct Support Professional (MSP) is responsible for performing routine wellness checks and monitoring the health status of individuals, assisting with mobility and daily living activities. They ensure accurate documentation, maintain confidentiality, and provide personal care support while preserving participant dignity and independence.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record while transporting participants in an OPARC vehicle.
Ability to pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) background check and fingerprint clearance.
Must complete TB test, pre-employment physical, and provide proof of required immunizations (as applicable).
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or in a similar caregiving, nursing, behavioral, or human services role.
Compassionate, respectful, and person-centered in approach.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to follow individual support plans and document services accurately.
Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain professional boundaries.
Physically able to assist with personal care, mobility support, and emergency procedures, as needed.
Willingness to assist with feeding, toileting, behavioral supports, and other direct care needs.
Comfortable using basic technology for documentation and communication (e.g., email, electronic records).

Nice To Haves

CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention (e.g., CPI or PRO-ACT) certifications — or ability to obtain upon hire.
Bilingual (Spanish, ASL, etc.) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring the health status of individuals
Observe for signs of illness, distress, or changes in condition.
Promptly reporting observations to nursing staff or program management.
Perform routine wellness checks such as intake/output tracking, hydration monitoring, and documentation.
Assist participants with Mobility, Transfers to/from wheelchair, toilet, Positioning, Use of adaptive equipment
Adhere to any protocol for behavioral interventions and/or any Restricted Health Care plans.
Provide personal care support while preserving participant dignity and independence
Feeding, Incontinence care, Toileting, Hygiene, Dressing, Grooming
Follow individualized care plans for participants with complex medical needs
Contractures, Ileostomy, urostomy, or gastronomy tube, Medically fragile
Be knowledgeable of, and provide training directed toward achieving the chosen goals of each individual.
Respond appropriately to medical emergencies
Seizures, Choking, Falls, Any other medical emergencies
Implement established Emergency Action Plans.
Assist in administering first aid, as necessary.
Report unusual lapse in behavior and health to management staff immediately.
Daily accurate documentation of Care provided, postural supports, medical conditions, Participant behavior, Incidents, Other relevant information per program and regulatory guidelines.
Maintain confidentiality of all medical and personal information per HIPAA and agency policies.
Assist with tracking and documenting medication administration logs per occurrence, if applicable.
Provide and complete all required documentation including but not limited to: Progress notes, Communication books, Special incident reports, Data collection, Participant attendance
Provide required documentation on all activities, training, and participant progress on a daily basis.
Transport participants from home to community settings utilizing an OPARC vehicle.
Transport participants and assigned support staff, to and from day program on a daily basis.
Maintain active programming and respectful interactions with participants, at all times.
Compile programming supplies and equipment needed for community outings daily prior to arrival of participants.
Encourage participant engagement in program activities, adapting participation based on: Medical needs, Personal preferences
Maintain visual supervision of participants during on-site and off-site activities, ensuring safety and dignity are maintained.
Provide support, assistance, and training to participants in all program areas per their established program plan and in conjunction with the scheduled activities.
Communicate regularly with program staff, nurses, and management regarding participant needs and observations.
Work closely with Case Managers, LVN, RN, and Supervisor to assure participants’ goals are being met.
Participate in staff meetings and training related to health, safety, and participant care.
Provide needed support and guidance to other direct support staff when assistance is requested and/or observed.
Provide subbing support in other licensed OPARC programs, when applicable.
Follow all health and safety protocols, including, but not limited to: Infection control procedures, Proper PPE usage, Cleaning/sanitizing routines
Monitor program environment for safety hazards.
Report any concerns immediately.
Actively participate in all monthly required trainings and pass all competency-based tests.