Direct Support Professional - Respite

Job Description

Job Description

Reports to: Program Supervisor OR Lead Direct Supports Professional
Job Overview:

Part Time: Weekends and evenings Working with Children 
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct services to people served by The Center. This person works directly under the supervision of the Program Supervisor or Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP). Regular contact with the supervisor or LDSP is necessary. The DSP will be part of a team consisting of clients, service professionals, family members, and others identified in the Person-Centered Plan (PCP). The DSP will provide services including supervision, training, assistance, and support in identified areas of need outlined by the PCP. Working one-on-one or in group settings, the DSP will increase and/ or support the client’s daily living and/or employment skills to positively impact each client’s individual independence. The Center reserves the right to adjust employment hours and days of operation based upon requirements to fulfill contract obligations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Address challenging behaviors proactively and respectfully using the crisis intervention and behavior management support.
• Adhere to The Center Star Standards (Service, Team, Attitude, Reliability)
• Communicate regularly with Program Supervisor; report all concerns to Program Supervisor.
• Complete and submit all necessary documentation to assure compliance with all state, federal, and The Center regulations within the designated timeframes.
• Develop relationships with the individuals served that are respectful, based on mutual trust, and that maintains professional boundaries.
• Encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of the individuals served while also being attentive reducing their risk of harm; create a safe environment.
• Know and respect the values of the people served and facilitate their expression of choices related to those values.
• Maintain competency in your profession through continued learning and attending and being an active member in staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain or improve the client’s skills in various areas that directly affect his/ her independence in the community.
• Maintain strict confidentiality for all client information and facility operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Plan and implement activities (monthly calendar) according to the person-centered plan (PCP) with client input.
• Provide advocacy when the individual’s preferences, needs, or talents are neglected or overlooked; encourage client choice.
• Provide support services which may include transportation, administering medication and personal care.
• Recognize the importance of modeling valued behaviors to coworkers, individuals receiving services, and the community at large.
• Responsible for checking email/text messages/phone calls daily.
• Responsible for setting, maintaining, and submitting weekly schedules to the Program Supervisor