Direct Support Professional - Part-Time & Full-Time Weekends

We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. Our growing Dover, DE program is looking for driven and reliable Direct Support Professionals (DSP)! Our DSPs provide support by demonstrating positive behaviors and personalized activities that help individuals feel included and independent.
Dover: Part time weekend openings only
Full time + Part time openings available
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Health insurance

• Dental insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary benefits including disability and short-term disability

Participate proactively as part of an interdisciplinary team in the development and implementation of each individual's Individual Plan (IP) to achieve identified outcomes.
Ensure the individual's health and safety while pursuing community opportunities and at home.
Assist the person served with daily living skills, including but not limited to personal care and household tasks (meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.).
Maintain a clean and orderly environment for individual.
Assist the individual in accessing community resources, shopping, and recreational activities.
Assist the nurse in meeting the individual's healthcare needs.
Monitor the general well-being of individual and follow supervisor/nurse instructions, including all healthcare appointments.
Communicate to nurse and supervisor health issues and concerns as they arise.
Comply with and implement all protocols for individuals including, but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc. (Follow food management policies and assist individuals in preparing nutritious meals according to their dining plan.
Complete proper documentation relating to the individual's healthcare, including MARs, doctor visit forms, healthcare notes, etc.
Complete all required programmatic documentation accurately and on time, including but not limited to daily documentation, injury/illness reports, IP data sheets, notable occurrences, etc. as required by Benchmark Human Services, state, and federal regulations.
Attend required trainings and meetings, (i.e. staff meetings, house meetings, etc.).
Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation immediately to supervisor or department head.
Communicate all reportable incidents to supervisor immediately.
Provide receipts to supervisor for individual expenditures, use of petty cash, etc. Maintain employment-required documentation (current auto insurance, driver's license), certification (i.e., First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration (MTTP), Behavioral Principles and Strategies, etc.) and training (OSHA, Abuse & Neglect, etc.) Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals and staff.
Safely transport individuals served as required.
Plan and participate directly in age-appropriate recreational, therapeutic and training activities of the persons served.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DSPs WORKING WITH INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE A BEHAVIOR SUPPORT PLAN (BSP):

Assist agency staff with development, implementation, and monitoring of Behavior Support Plans (BSP), including coaching on data collection and fidelity checks.
Work with DSPs and their supervisors to ensure all materials/supplies needed for implementation of behavior plans are available.
Model positive behavioral supports and respond to emergency situations as trained.
Provide crisis de-escalation support to teams as required.
Comply with behavior support policies and procedures and implement approved Behavior Plan (BP).
Provide positive behavior supports according to individual BP's and respond to emergency situations as trained.

Valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent
EEO and Affirmative Action Employer, Veterans, Women and Individuals with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online at benchmarkhs.Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.