DSP Adult Day

JOB SUMMARY:The Adult Day DSP assists the Lead Direct Support Professional with preparing and carrying out the daily activities, lesson plans, outings, and operations of the Adult Day Program. He/she will also assist individuals with their personal needs and maintain safety and sanitary guidelines. The Adult Day DSP will always show a positive and caring attitude towards the individuals and will maintain strict confidentiality.Non-Exempt Position.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Helps prepare and complete activity plans, coordinates supplies, and administers assigned activities• Assists individuals with feeding, toileting, dressing, and other daily living activities• Attends individual service plan meetings when necessary and assists in monitoring progress• Maintains a safe and clean environment for individuals and staff• Lists necessary craft and/or activity supplies monthly and submits to supervisor• Participates in all in-service training and continuing education programs• Attends all staff meetings• Completes monthly reports and required documentation• Assists with project set-up and decorations• Reports observations of individuals’ behavior to supervisor• Assists in creating weekly and monthly activity calendars and participates in scheduled activities• Assists in identifying new community resources and opportunities for individuals to experience• Maintains current CPR, First Aid, and required trainings• Promotes and protects individuals’ rightsOther duties as assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.OTHER KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:He/she must have a caring and patient attitude. He/she must have a working knowledge of The Arc SWGA’s Mission and Vision as well as the agency’s programs and services. He/she must have a knowledge and understanding of the agency’s accreditation process and its value to the organization.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:An individual-friendly environment that allows freedom for socialization and group/individual training. A business office is provided to enable efficient, daily reporting and meetings.JOB RELATIONSHIPS:He/She will be supervised by the Adult Day Center Program Manager.He/she will have no supervisory responsibilities over other employees.The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.QUALIFICATIONS:Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent. He/She must have experience working with individuals with disabilities. He/she must have some experience working with individuals with disabilities. He/she must have a valid Georgia driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. #J-18808-Ljbffr THE ARC OF SOUTHWEST GEORGIA INC