DSP-2 Respite Lead

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW –

We’re seeking a DSP-2 Respite Lead to join our TERI team!

The DSP-2 Respite Weekend Lead is responsible for supervision of the individuals served at TERI and implementation of any and all individualized schedules, learning, and behavior support plans; provision of active support; and assistance with health care and daily life skills.

YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES –

• Assists individuals with self-care and activities of daily living, providing the appropriate level of support. Depending on the program, can include making meals, shopping, assisting clients with laundry and maintaining a clean and organized home or program.
• Assures that choices are an integral part of a client/student’s day and assures that these are available; honors individual choice whenever possible based on safety and individual needs/restrictions.
• Delivers individual program plans/goals and behavior support plans as designed; assures active support for all persons served.
• Provides on-going training, supervision, and evaluation of facility staff and volunteers by providing feedback to facility staff promptly when needed.
• Develops and/or completes necessary documentation, including, but not limited to:
• Skills Training Data Sheets, Communication Logs, Incident/Injury Reports, Special Incident Reports, Daily activity schedule, Behavior Support Charts, Medication documentation, and other forms of documentation as requested by supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS –

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree.
• One year of related experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

SALARY –

$23.00 Hourly

STATUS –

Part-Time

OUR BENEFITS –

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer-supported retirement savings
• Health & Wellness Program – Resources and support to help you thrive, both mentally and physically
• Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no-cost access to exercise facilities
• Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar and the Inspired Resale Boutique
• Generous Paid Time Off – Paid sick leave
• Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission-driven team environment where your contributions are valued

FIT FOR LIFE –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on-site Fitness Center with a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seek to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.