Direct Support Professional - Residential

Job Description

Job Description

We know that job searching can be quite the daunting task, so we’ll get straight to the point. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide the people we serve a life that allows for personal dignity, respect, choice, and community. If you thrive on building life changing relationships and have a strong commitment to supporting others, look no further.

Since 1975, Platte County Board of Services (PCBS) has been a pioneer in providing information resources, and assistance for families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Platte County, Missouri. You will be essential in assisting our individuals in a residential setting with achieving their personal goals, enhancing their quality of life, and fostering independence.

CAREER TRACK: Starting Pay: $21.00/Hr. Upon completion of MODD 2 Training: $22.00/Hr. Upon completion of MODD 3 Training: $23.00/Hr.

*** MUST COMPLETE BELOW ASSESSMENT AS PART OF APPLICATION PROCESS. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED WITHOUT COMPLETION OF ASSESSMENT. LINK BELOW!!

DSP Residential Assessment

Position Title: Direct Support Professional I

Department: Community Living

Job Purpose: The Direct Support Professional plays a crucial role in empowering individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to achieve their goals, acquire new skills, and live fulfilling lives.

Evaluated By: Professional Manager

Supervision Given: None

Status: Non-Exempt Employee

• High school diploma, GED or HiSET
• Age 18, Valid Driver’s License and Good Driving Record. Must have a Class E license in Missouri or Class C in Kansas or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Successful Background Screen
• Eligibility to Work in the U.S.
• Must be able to pass and maintain all required trainings including CPR/First Aid, Crisis Prevention, Medication Administration, etc.
• Successfully pass “Fit for Duty” physical.

• Embodies the PCBS Vision, Mission, and Values Statements
• Supports a Person-Centered philosophy.
• Supports persons served to lead their healthy, clean, and safe lifestyle that meets their preferences.

• Advocate for people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
• Provide supports to people by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, assisting people in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting people to be independent in activities of daily living.
• Facilitate social interactions and community involvement, encouraging residents to participate in group activities and outings within their communities.

• Implement Individualized Person-Centered Plans which may include the following depending on the person(s) served:
  1. Provide protected oversight at levels noted in the plan.
  2. Administer medications according to policy and training.
  3. Physically assist (support, lift, transfer, etc.) persons as needed.
  4. Provide transportation for persons served.
  5. Support persons served to be active members of the community.
  6. Provide personal hygiene support.
  7. Provide non-violent crisis intervention techniques as needed according to policy and training.
  8. Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Document supports provided as required in daily shift notes and maintaining privacy and confidentiality of persons served following policy and procedures.
• Maintain current training and certifications in all required areas.

• Communicates both verbally and non-verbally in a clear, efficient, and respectful way in both oral and written formats.
• Completes tasks on time and up to the expected standard.
• Works through disagreements with honesty and transparency fostering a trusting team environment.
• Works with teammates in a collaborative way that aids improvement of skills and outcomes
• Works closely with other staff members, families, and external agencies to ensure cohesive support for resident.

• Report facility and maintenance/safety needs to supervisor.
• Perform general house cleaning, cooking and laundry chores as assigned.
• Attend all meetings and agency functions as required.
• Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor.

• Regular lifting, kneeling, standing, walking, stooping, crouching, or bending as appropriate.
• Must constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 20 pounds, occasionally life and/or move up to 50 pounds and safely perform a 2-person transfer of an adult.
• Possibility of physical intervention as trained in CPI if confronted by a person displaying combative or potentially dangerous behavior.
• Will require periods of driving agency vehicles.
• May require the administration of chest compressions and rescue breaths as trained in CPR.
• Noise from persons served, office machines, appliances, and telephones.
• Will have a substantial use of video display terminal.
• Possibility of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other communicable diseases