Direct Support Professional

Job Brief

The DSP is responsible for safely accompanying participants to community resources, bathing, feeding, toileting, laundry, and other self-care responsibilities. The position includes completing progress notes and making appropriate entries in the logbook

Shift Worked:


10pm - 8am/8pm - 8am

Weekly Hours:


32-40

FLSA Status:


Non Exempt

Pay range:


$19.32 - $19.32

(Direct Support Professional) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Assist participant with needs identified in the Individualized Life Plan such as, self-care, toileting, showering, tooth brushing, grooming, dressing and ensure proper hygiene

• Distribute and collect linen for laundry service in accordance with procedure.

• Assist participant in attaining skills needed for daily living and socialization according to their abilities

• Safely accompany participant to community resources (stores, places of worship, recreation, and health facilities, etc.)

• Assist with meal preparation and serving of meals.

• Responsible for cleaning of serving utensils and pots.

• Complete Incident Reports as appropriate.

• Complete room checks as needed.

• Update logbook to foster greater and meaningful communication across shifts as needed.

• Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team,

• Interact with clients to promote a friendly supportive but professional atmosphere,

• All other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or other supervisory staff.

• Attending staff meetings and in-service training.

• Participate in meetings as requested.

• Other related tasks that may be assigned

Job Requirements:


High School Diploma or Equivalency with two years of experience preferred


Verbal and written communication skills essential to perform function of position.


Ability to speak/write English


SCIP-R Certification/Training


CPR/First Aid