Direct Service Professional

Job Title

High School Diploma or GED. At least one year of experience working with persons who have developmental disabilities, or in a psychiatric, medical, nursing or child care setting. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUG SCREEN AND LEVEL 2 BACKGROUND CHECK. College or vocational/technical training that equals at least 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours or 720 classroom hours may substitute for the required experience. Ability to supervise and train clients and coordinate activities. Possesses valid Florida driver's license. Good driving record. Self-starter, highly motivated. Good reading and writing skills. Computer literate. Strong desire to work with people with disabilities. Capable of operating independently and following directions. Can work flexible hours when needed. Maintains all required trainings and certifications. Work as a team, HIPPA compliance and follow instructions.

General Statement Of Responsibilities

Responsible for providing supervision and training for people with disabilities in a residential setting, maintaining client confidentiality and a professional demeaner.

Examples Of Work (Not All Inclusive)

• Create a congenial and home like atmosphere within the community residence.
• Promotes a maximum independence of each resident.
• Facilitates opportunities for residents to be involved in community activities such as shopping, leisure and religious activities as stated on activity schedule.
• Supervises and prepares nutritious meals stated on menu.
• Assist each resident in developing attitudes and behavior appropriate to community living.
• Be supportive of and encourage each resident's participation in the day training or vocational program prescribed.
• Protect each resident's rights and freedoms and maintain confidentiality of personal information concerning the individual, in accordance with HIPPA and the Bill of Rights for people with intellectual disabilities.
• Report any unusual incidents to the Residential Home Supervisor or Manager. Always following the chain of command.
• Report suspected abuse or neglect.
• Maintain facility and client records.
• Provide for proper storage, handling of drugs and medicines. Assist the resident by making medications available and reminding the client to take them at the appropriate times.
• Provide for or assist in transportation (using company vehicles) for residents to and from place of employment, personal appointments, and for recreational and other events.
• Assist residents in communication with their families.
• Assist residents in handling of money and making and keeping appointments when indicated.
• Ensures opportunity for resident privacy.
• Responsible for household duties as assigned on duty calendar.
• Participate in monthly fire evacuation drills and all disaster drills with proper documentation of same.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Avoid the exploitation of any resident.
• Supervise and participate in routine household maintenance. Ensures cleanliness of house/grounds.
• Assist in the on-going assessment of client progress.
• Ensure the implementation of program plan (IPP), and input the information in the Therap Software system.
• Ensure your work hours have been recorded on the electronic time software daily.
• Assist each resident as needed with self care and grooming needs.
• Provide physical assistance to client as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, expectations are not all inclusive.

This is only a preliminary step in the application process. If you are selected, you will be required to fill out a paper application prior to moving forward with the hiring process.