Senior Direct Support Professional (Morning/Evening) M

Catholic Charities of Baltimore•Parkville, MD

14d•$21 - $21

About The Position

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional who will provides quality living support (physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal) to persons with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) living and working in the community. The work schedule is : Monday-Wednesday 7a-3p and Wed-Friday 1p-9p

Requirements

3 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities.
Valid health certificate to meet current funding jurisdiction requirements.
Ability to move and adjust a minimum of 75 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, provide physical intervention as necessary, and be able to lift and/or transfer people.
Hearing and vision abilities within normal range (corrected) to drive safely and to observe and communicate with people supported.
To ensure the safety and well-being of the people we support, DSPs may be deployed to another setting during your working times on a short-term basis or as an interim assignment.
Works in the community in a home/work
May be required to remain on shift outside of scheduled hours and/or make site/location changes to provide adequate staff coverage.
Driving (Agency and/or personal vehicle) is required for this position. Driver must be at least 21 years of age, with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience, and a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence. There can be no state-issued restrictions on the licenses that would impede driver’s ability to operate the vehicle as required by the Agency, and there must not be more than three (3) points on their driving record.
Ability to drive multiple Agency vehicles following traffic rules and safety precautions. This includes, but is not limited to, safe driving, and the ability to secure people who use wheelchairs.
Maintains a safe environment for patients and co-workers.
Comfortable in an environment in which patients/clients cannot perform basic life duties.
Understanding of basic concepts of personal care, housekeeping, and other care areas.
Ability to relate to, empathize with, and show compassion for a variety of personalities.
Writes clearly and effectively for reports, diaries, and other written communication.
Requires the ability to utilize, or to learn to utilize, computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions. Basic PC, web browsing and Microsoft Outlook skills preferred

Responsibilities

Sr. DSP assists Manager of Community Supports with the overall operation of the home (including training of new DSPs, attending PCP meetings, monthly paperwork, some on-call tasks, etc.).
Additional medical needs – scheduling/monitoring appointments, MAR reviews and oversight, medication ordering and checks, etc.
Completion of PCP reviews under the guidance of the Manager of Community Supports.