Direct Support Professional

Description Resident Care and Daily Living Support Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene, eating, mobility, and personal appearance as needed. Support residents in developing independent living skills through instruction, coaching, encouragement, modeling, and positive reinforcement. Assist residents with meal preparation, household responsibilities, laundry, shopping, and other domestic activities. Encourage resident choice, self-direction, and dignity while maintaining safety and supervision requirements. Maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic interactions with residents at all times. Resident Supervision and Community Participation Supervise residents in residential, vocational, recreational, volunteer, faith-based, medical, and community settings. Coordinate and support resident participation in appointments, recreational activities, work programs, and community outings. Transport residents safely to appointments, employment sites, activities, and other approved destinations using agency vehicles or approved transportation methods. Maintain awareness of resident whereabouts, safety needs, and individualized support requirements during all activities. Documentation and Compliance Complete and maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with Magnify policies and all regulatory requirements. Document services provided, resident progress, incidents, medication assistance activities, transportation logs, visitor logs, petty cash records, mileage, and other required records. Observe, monitor, and report changes in resident condition, behavior, health, or safety concerns to appropriate leadership. Maintain confidentiality of resident, employee, and organizational information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational requirements. Medication and Behavioral Support Assist with self-administration of medication in accordance with training, certification requirements, physician orders, and organizational policies. Follow approved behavior support plans, health management plans, dietary restrictions, and individualized service plans. Utilize approved de-escalation, redirection, and behavior-management techniques as trained. Immediately report incidents, injuries, medication concerns, abuse allegations, neglect concerns, or safety risks according to policy. Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent required. One (1) year of experience in direct care, healthcare, behavioral health, childcare, residential services, or a related human-services environment preferred. Experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred. College, vocational, technical, or workforce training experience may substitute for portions of the required experience, as determined by Human Resources.

REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Must maintain a valid Florida driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must complete all required background screening, clearance, and employment verification requirements. Must be able to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage assignments as required. Must comply with all Magnify policies, procedures, safety requirements, and confidentiality standards. Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Must complete and maintain required certifications and training, including but not limited to: CPR First Aid Bloodborne Pathogens Medication Assistance Training Behavior and safety training Any other training required by Magnify policies or regulatory agencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical activities regularly required include: Standing for extended periods Walking frequently throughout shifts Bending, kneeling, crouching, and stooping Reaching, grasping, and repetitive hand movements Assisting residents with mobility and transfers Pushing and pulling wheelchairs, equipment, or carts Safely entering and exiting vehicles Lifting and carrying supplies or assisting residents The employee may occasionally be required to: Lift or move up to 50 pounds Assist with emergency resident evacuations Climb stairs or ladders as operationally necessary The position may also require: Verbal communication in noisy environments Visual observation of residents and surroundings Rapid response during emergencies or behavioral incidents Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Diocese of Orlando