DSP Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

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POSITION : Direct Support Professional

REPORTS TO : Residential Administrator

POSITION SUMMARY

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are responsible for supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence and enhancing their quality of life. DSPs will play a vital role in providing hands-on support in daily living, community integration, and personal development. DSPs will empower the people we support in living self-directed lives and developing the skills necessary to live the lives they deserve and desire.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation.

Encourage and empower the people we support to live as independently as they desire

Promote social skills, community involvement, and individual choice

Assist the people we support in gaining meaningful access to the community in the ways in which they desire

Utilize the Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) to assess the supports needs and provide the level of support dictated in the PCSP

Transport and accompany the people we support to appointments, errands, community events, and/or recreational activities

Provide support in medication administration and complete appropriate documentation (if certified to do so)

Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals. Goals may include community participation, financial budgeting, exercise, nutrition, vocational skills, and/or interpersonal skills.

Advocate for the rights, dignity, and preferences of each person supported

Adhere to a person-centered approach with working with the individuals we support

Monitor and ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment for the people we support

Implement any specialized plans (behavior, nutrition, etc.)

Communicate effectively with other team members, family and/or natural supports of the person supported, other providers, and other members of the persons team

Collaborate with supervisors, team members, families, and other members of the persons team to ensure the highest quality of care

Complete all required documentation within the required timeframes

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years of age or older

Reliable transportation to and from the job site

Valid US Work Authorization

Ability to pass a criminal background check, and all required registry checks

Valid CPR and First Aid Certification from an approved entity

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Patience, reliability, and a commitment to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Able to read and understand instructions, perform electronic record keeping, and write reports and daily notes as required

Effectively read, write, and communicate verbally in English

Must be able to complete electronic training required by the Department of Disability and Aging in the Relias system

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and provide physical support as required.

Must be able to walk up and down stairs