Direct Support Professional

Compassionate, caring advocate. Is this you? A Direct Support Professional's (DSP) primary responsibilities are centered around supporting clients with an intellectual/developmental disability in leading a self-directed life. The DSP helps them to maximize their potential by maintaining and/or developing skills and abilities and interacting in their community to the degree they are interested. Must be available for weekend shifts as needed. General Job Responsibilities: Assist as appropriate with the delivery of activities to enhance their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development. Maintain a schedule of services/activities. Assist as appropriate with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living. Assist as appropriate in participation in leisure/recreational activities. Assist as appropriate with preparation of meals as needed. Assist as appropriate with housekeeping tasks essential to the health and welfare of the individual. Provide support and companionship that offers relief to family or primary caregivers as appropriate. Monitor and report on the status of health and safety. Complete documentation of activities and significant events. Submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines. Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities. Other duties as assigned. Individual Specific Responsibilities Provide individual specific support as specified in the following documents: The Individual Support Plan. Apply individual specific strategies as instructed to support their emotional, behavioral and/or communication needs. Complete initial and ongoing training and staff development activities. Requirements Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma/GED. Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable MVR and valid current car insurance. Must be able to pass criminal and abuse registry background checks. Work may include assisting with transfers (wheelchair to chair, bed, or tub, for example), and significant physical support to assist the client with daily activities. Be able to frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds or more depending on individual specific needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Renewed Vision Counseling