Direct Support Professional Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license
• Documentation skills
• Organization skills
• Conflict Resolution skills
• Collaboration skills
• Problem Solving skills
• Vocal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Initiative
• Care for Others
• Professionalism
• Lifting ability
• Positive and Uplifiting Demeanor
• Strong Work Ethic

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience working with individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, or other disabilities
• At least two years of experience in a caregiver or similar role

Responsibilities

• Provide age and functionality appropriate program activities that include assistance, training, and support for the acquisition of functional skills, personal needs, communication, and personal adjustment to promote greater independence and participation in the community.
• Implement goal plans as directed and assist in developing goal plans.
• Direct communication of important information to the family, the Home and Community Director and/or the Assistant Director.
• Correctly and accurately record an individual's activities and progress on service notes, and other forms as required.
• Provide individuals with opportunities for community integration.
• Meet all the documentation requirements of the electronic visits verification regulations.
• Assist the individuals in food preparation and in kitchen duties, teaching appropriate skills.
• Prepare meals following nutritional requirements and using proper food storage guidelines.
• Assist and monitor with eating and follow eating plans e.g., choking.
• Assist the individuals in room care and general house cleaning, teaching appropriate skills.
• Report medical observations and concerns to the family, the Home and Community Director and/or the Assistant Director.
• After becoming trained in modified medication administration, support and/or assist individuals with taking medications as prescribed.
• Encourage individuals to follow doctor recommendations regarding healthy choices and wellness.
• Become familiar with and receive training in specific medical protocols as directed.
• Assist individuals with personal care and supervision, as outlined in their Individual Support Plan, which may include, but not limited to: bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, eating meals.
• Transport individuals as needed using a personal vehicle.
• Supervise general activities for the individuals.
• Handle emergencies based on organizational protocols.
• Communicate with the family, the Home and Community Director and/or the Assistant Director using appropriate means.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and/or read the minutes of those meetings.
• Participate in twenty-four hours of training annually as required by the regulations.
• All other duties to be assigned.