Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalThe Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for Missouri citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!POSITION SUMMARYThe Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Community Support Services (CSS) advances the organizational mission by providing outstanding direct support to Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while empowering them to achieve their highest level of independence through high-quality and diverse support services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES As a Direct Support Professional, you will: Integrate Individuals by encouraging and facilitating community connections; assisting in building meaningful relationships with others in their community; and encouraging participation in activities and programs which provide opportunities to spend time constructively and enjoyably Empower Individuals by seeking opportunities where Individuals may demonstrate independence; aiding and assisting with skill development in areas of self-help, self-determination, and self-advocacy; and observing, encouraging and recording Individuals' progress toward established goals Aid Individuals by providing physical and emotional support; and maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment through general housekeeping duties (which may include making beds, cooking meal, laundry, care of equipment, etc.) Support the Health of Individuals by assisting them with personal care and hygiene activities; assisting them with administering medications; and assisting with therapies or other medically related needs. Ensure regulatory compliance by completing required documentation to standard and in a timely fashion within established guidelines; actively participating in trainings and meetings; demonstrating professionalism, reliability, good attendance, and accountability Strengthen positive work culture by participating in effective, courteous and professional communication; showing kindness and patience to Individuals and co-workers; demonstrating respect and responsibility in daily work; and practicing advocacy and encouragement in all aspects of employmentQUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, preferredREQUIRED MISCELLANEOUS QUALIFICATIONS Valid driver's license Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory (paid) trainings including (but not limited to) CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration (Med Aide), and Universal Precautions to include CPR/First Aid and Level 1 Med-Aide To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet physical requirements.SKILLS AND ABILITIES Accountability Attention to detail Compassion and kindness Courtesy and friendliness Ethical behavior and decision making Flexibility with scheduling changes Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility supportive Initiative Organizational skills Positivity with a collaborative attitude Professional and courteous communication Stress management Time management with ability to meet documentation expectations and deadlines Welcoming attitudeCOMPETENCIES Able to follow directions Able to document electronically in proprietary systems Comfortable with providing personal care Computer, and electronic communication comfortable Independent worker Learning-focused Organized Person-centered Policy-supportive Problem solver Reliable Respectful and professional in communications Responsible Team playerPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability and strength to position/lift/transfer greater than 50 lbs. (an adult human being) regularly, including the ability to safely assist an adult human being to the ground to perform CPR Continuous ability to push and pull 100-125 lbs. of pressure consistently over extended periods as per requirements of performing CPR, as defined by the American Heart Association Continuous ability to kneel on hard or other surfaces for extended periods, as per requirements of performing CPR Lift, carry, squat, bend, move, push or pull, sit or stand repetitively and for long intermittent periods Type on a keyboard for extended periods, and view a computer or other electronic screen for intermittent periods Walk and/or stand for extended periodsHours and rate of pay are subject to change relative to program and business needs.EEO STATEMENT Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io ask for HR.