Direct Support Professional

Job Title: Direct Support Professional - DSP Position Summary The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their clinical assignments. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client’s program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the home and the community. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed. Essential Duties and Functions Direct Care: Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with their Person-Centered Support Plan Administer Medication as needed Support consumers in activities of daily living such as meal prep, toileting, personal hygiene, as appropriate Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including medical appointments, social security access, etc. Administrative: Complete required documentation in a timely manner All other duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications High School diploma or GED is required, associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Prior experience in the human services field, preferred. Valid driver’s license Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr