Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Personal Care

Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Evenings Job Category: Direct Support Professionals Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM High school diploma or general education degree (GED) The Direct Support Professional works on an interdisciplinary team that delivers superior quality of service and provides appropriate activities in a safe and healthy environment within the home and community setting. Assists Clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks. showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing and planning meals and financial budgeting Responsible for maintaining good communication via appropriate means (Facility logbook, staff meeting, etc.) between staff regarding clients' needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift Examples are, Behavioral Reports, Incident Reports, Compliant Forms, Personal Care Work Sheets, Requisitions, Maintenance Forms, Progress Reports, Monthly Attendance Logs, and other required documentation as deemed necessary Strictly follow and complete necessary documentation and maintenance of records as is required for FTA vehicles and maintain all mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines Responsible for reporting incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately. Assists in the formulation, management, revision and follow-through of the client’s Plan of Care to ensure that treatment is carried out and good health, safety and security is prioritized. Follows proper medication management guidelines and assists in the monitoring and documentation of these procedures The Direct Support Professional is a direct reflection of FCC and must represent our mission in all that is done Will assist in the maintenance of FCC facilities and grounds, keeping them clean, orderly and functioning Will assist in the maintenance of FCC vehicles ensuring cleanliness and regular preventive maintenance Attend necessary training and continue education Will provide proof of liability insurance and keep current Might be required to undergo periodic driving test and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a motor vehicle, including passenger vans. Employees may also be required to drive his/her personal vehicle at times and maintain adequate liability coverage on any personal vehicle used to transport participants. This is a safety sensitive position. Maintains confidentiality of all information received regarding Friendship Community Care, Inc. and the clients. Conditions of confidentiality shall be in compliance with Friendship Community Care Non-Disclosure Policy and HIPAA Policies. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and employees will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. QUALITY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE The Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures as read and discussed in the new employee training must be followed at all times. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.