RESIDENTIAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

LOGAN Community Resources, Inc.•South Bend, IN

About The Position

The Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a member of a team supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. The role helps individuals take part in meaningful activities and achieve desired outcomes while promoting learning, enjoyment, independence, dignity, health, safety, and personal choice. DSPs provide direct support and training, assist with daily living and personal care, support access to community resources, and complete required documentation and agency procedures. The position may involve contact with body fluids; LOGAN provides training and offers Hepatitis B vaccination at no cost upon request.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
For positions with driving responsibilities, a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, and an acceptable driving record meeting LOGAN’s commercial auto insurance insurability standards.
Ability to travel within the county; occasional travel outside the county may be required.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a positive environment that supports learning and enjoyment of activities.
Provide consistent, meaningful activities and direct support and training.
Encourage independence in daily routines and use opportunities to teach; initiate activities and encourage participation.
Assist with house cleaning, household maintenance, grocery shopping, nutritious meal preparation and cleanup, grooming, bathing, toileting, and dressing.
Implement goals and objectives in Individual Support Plans and follow Behavior Management Plans.
Listen to individuals, encourage them to express preferences, and identify their personal interests.
Assist with positioning, transfers, and personal care, including assistance with up to 50 pounds.
Promote individuals’ dignity and personal cleanliness, and monitor personal possessions, clothing, and adaptive equipment.
Administer medications properly and promote a healthy environment.
Support individuals in accessing community resources and recreational activities, including transportation in agency or personally owned vehicles and participation in activities.
Assist individuals with money management and apply for benefits as directed.
Perform safety drills as directed.
Communicate progress and issues regarding individuals served to the Program Coordinator and other team members as needed.
Follow agency policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and accreditation guidelines.
Complete agency reports, service summaries, data sheets, documentation for each person served, and routine operational paperwork on time.
Promote the health and safety of individuals served, act as a role model and advocate, protect their human rights, use good judgment, and participate in required training.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Accruing paid time off and holiday pay.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Rx Help Prescription Cost Assistance Program.
403(B) traditional and Roth retirement plans, with company matching up to 3% after one year of service.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
Long-term disability and Reliance Standard supplemental insurance plans, including short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
$15,000 company-paid life insurance.
Full-time employees are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employee referral incentive for qualifying positions.
Starting pay of $15.00 per hour, plus a $1.00 per hour weekend differential.
Training and Hepatitis B vaccination offered at no cost upon request.