Aging Senior DSP 1st2nd Shift

AGING DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (Providing Senior Support 55)

Job Description
The below job description is not meant to encompass every task skill or situation that may be encountered in this role. It is meant to give an overview of the necessary functions skills and experiences needed to successfully perform the job. Each employee is expected to use LADDs mission and The LADD Way to guide their performance. This job description may be modified as organizational needs dictate and changes will be discussed and documented.

Summary
The Aging Direct Support Professional provides primary support services to individuals with developmental disabilities 55. The DSP fosters a teaching relationship that encourages healthy and productive personal growth community inclusion creativity and independence.

Essential Functions
Promotes appropriate level of independent living (which may include teaching oversight and hands-on assistance) by ensuring individuals care plan is followed and documented as required
o Encourages individuals engagement in social and community activities as well as appropriate physical/wellness activities
o Know and be able to communicate with the person receiving services.
o Ability to stay calm and proactively manage crisis and behaviors
o Identify obstacles and help the person served problem solve around them
o Ensures daily tasks including hygiene activities (e.g. showering brushing teeth toileting etc.) dressing and grooming are completed
o Ensures individuals housekeeping tasks are completed which may include cleaning shopping for groceries preparing meals etc.
o Ensures individual takes medicine timely and as prescribed
o Helps plan individuals appointments and organizes schedule including making transportation arrangements as necessary
o Ensure accurate and timely documentation
o Meaningful collaboration with peers to ensure outcomes are met
Ensures environment meets safety requirements and addresses safety issues timely and appropriately
Communicates timely with manager regarding pertinent issues and works collaboratively with peers and other departments
Models The LADD Way (TLW) ensures their performance is aligned with TLW and the policies and practices set for the department
Represent LADD in a positive manner as appropriate
Keeps up-to-date on all relevant training and certifications

Additional Responsibilities
Participate in annual MyPlan meetings when able Education/Skills & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required
Current CPR/First Aid Certification
Current Medication Administration Certification
Valid drivers license with fewer than six points and be insured (if required)
Ability to navigate various technology software and platforms

Required Experience:

Senior IC