Direct Support Advocate for Community Inclusion

(DSP) DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Direct Support Professionals are individuals who work directly with individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities with the aim of assisting the individual to become integrated into his/her community in the least restrictive environment. A DSP also acts as an advocate for the disabled individual, in communicating their needs, self-expression and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Ability to perform First Aid/CPR. Ability to observe and assess the needs of individuals. Ability to maintain information in a confidential manner. Ability to speak clearly and express self effectively in English. Ability to read and comprehend instructions written in English. Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task work assignments. Ability to learn and apply positive methods to modify behavior. Ability to facilitate groups and provide individual skill instruction. Ability to write legibly in English in a clear, concise, and logical manner. Ability to understand and relate to persons with intellectual disabilities. Ability to apply the principles of “Everyday Lives” and Self Determination. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in field location assignments. Ability to maintain professional and respectful interaction with individuals and co-workers. Knowledge and the ability to utilize good listening skills & comprehend verbal instructions given in English. Knowledge of acceptable social, work, and interpersonal behavior. Duties and Responsibilities Provides personal care and protective oversight and supervision. Provide services, supports, care and treatment and/or supervision as required. Participates in the development and implementation of each Individual’s Support Plan. Provides supervision as determined in the Individual’s Support Plans. Adheres to Department of Human Resources Office of Regulatory Services requirements. Responsible for individual’s work related personal and financial transactions. Ensures that the facility or home is safe, comfortable, well maintained, and free from hazards. Provides coverage in emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned. Assesses and documents instructional needs initially and on an ongoing basis. Ensures individuals’ health, safety and welfare, enhances the quality of individuals’ lives, and supports community inclusion. Provides direct assistance to the participant in self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills training, retention and improvement. Implements the behavioral support plans of participants to reduce inappropriate and/or maladaptive behaviors and to acquire alternative adaptive skills and behaviors. Provides assistance and training on independent community living skills, such as personal hygiene, light housework, laundry, meal preparation, transportation, grocery shopping, using the telephone, and medication and money management. Provides direct assistance in teaching such concepts as rule compliance, attendance, task completion, problem solving, endurance, work speed, work accuracy, increased attention span, motor skills, and safety to groups of participants. Provides direct assistance in training appropriate social interaction skills required in the workplace to groups of participants. Provides participant-specific assistance, such as assistance with personal care and self-administration of medications. Participates in the implementation of all program plans designed to enhance the individual’s social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and independent living skills. Completes and updates all daily, weekly and monthly records, reports, logs, casework notes, administrative paperwork, fiscal reports, and medical records in an accurate, timely, and professional manner. Collaborates and cooperates with involved agencies, family members, and other service providers; participates in meetings and provides relevant information. Transports individuals in personal and/or company vehicle for community outings or scheduled appointments. Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations. Utilizes community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence. COMPETENCY [Education, Credentials, and Experience] High school diploma or General Education Development (GED). Professional License. The knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the functions of this position.

EXPECTATIONS

Must be able to drive passenger vehicle if applicable. Must have an annual negative test result for TB Skin Test. Must have the ability to obtain clearances as defined by regulations. Must be able to purchase your own paid trainings such as CPR, CPI, COGENT Report, etc. Must be able to work flexible hours to meet individual’s and program’s needs. Must be able to travel to trainings/meetings upon request of program director. Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individual to appointments. Must be able to accompany individuals into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions in the community while maintaining sensitivity to the rights and dignity of the individual. Must have an annual physical health examination with signed statement from a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant that you are free of communicable disease. Employment Requirements To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, patients and communities we serve, certain positions within A New Well, Inc. may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: Drug Screening TB Evaluation Annual Influenza COVID-19 Vaccination and/or Weekly Testing *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. A New Well, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of A New Well, Inc. to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. #J-18808-Ljbffr A New Well