Adult Day Services/DSP/FT Mon-Fri 815am-345pm, NORTH

Full-time position in our Adult Day Services Program in North County.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM

About the role

You are involved in the Individualized Support Plans (ISP) process by implementing and monitoring outcome objectives as specified in the client’s ISP. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) reports to the assigned Training Supervisor or Manager of Community Services for programmatic supervision and guidance of day-to-day operations and client support needs. The primary focus is to support clients with achieving greater independence and self-sufficiency while actively working towards improving the quality of services offered.

You will be a member of the support team ensuring the clients served remain a top priority. Confidentiality must always be maintained. The DSP provides supports to clients with ratios fluctuating between 1:1 and 1:6.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a member of a team in goal development utilizing client support plans.
• Support clients to establish self-determination, advocacy, and security.
• Plan, prepare for, and implement individual and small group daily activities that are meaningful, age-appropriate, and support each client’s program plan, including:
  • Activities to maintain or improve independent living skills
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Recreational and leisure activities
  • Social and physical wellness activities
  • Community service
  • Hygiene
• Support clients with daily life activities including meals, toileting, dressing, and other personal care.
• Ensure the health and safety of clients and client rights remains a priority.
• Provide center-based, home-based, and community-based services in accordance with the client’s plan.
• Ensure all clients are actively engaged and supervised by providing support to achieve their individualized goals.
• Support peers and supervisor in a collaborative effort to ensure client’s needs are met.
• Complete all required reporting accurately, in a timely manner, and in accordance with guidelines established by the Agency’s EHR policy and other regulatory entities, including but not limited to:
  • Service documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Incident reports
  • Activity records
• Remain in compliance with all program regulatory codes and requirements (e.g., Medicaid, DMH, SB40 Boards).
• Ensure that CARF standards, Agency, and departmental policies and procedures are consistently followed.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
• Perform heavy physical work as needed to assist in the care of clients, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and otherwise moving individuals and objects who may weigh more than 150 pounds, involving bending, squatting, reaching, and moving about most of the time.
• Use proper transfer techniques and/or mechanical lifts.
• Demonstrate excellent defensive driving skills, operate agency vehicles varying in size from a standard van to a large ADA custom van, and maintain a driving record that meets agency policy requirements.
• Safeguard and assure proper care and maintenance of clients and Agency property, including adaptive equipment, lifts, and Agency vehicles.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Promptly communicate any problems or concerns that may arise.
• Comprehend and demonstrate proficiency with all agency software used for the program.
• Secure and maintain training/certification in CPR/First Aid, CPI, abuse and neglect, bloodborne pathogens, HIPAA, and all other certifications or trainings as required by the Agency.
• Use the EHR (Electronic Health Records) system to complete all documentation.
• Submit all requisitions for supplies, maintenance work requests, solicitation for donations, Incident/Seizure Reports, etc., through recognized administrative channels and standard operating procedures in a timely manner.
• Flexibility is expected, as the DSP may be required to substitute in other program groups and/or locations when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent (GED).
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Clean driving record and successfully completes and maintains assigned driver’s training (no speeding tickets that exceeded 21 or more miles over the speed limit in the past 3 years).
• Readily available and reliable transportation.
• Must attend mandatory training Monday through Friday at the main office between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM until all required trainings are completed (paid training).
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or in a customer service field.
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to consistently work in a professional, cooperative manner with all Agency clients and personnel.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a human service field.
• Two years’ experience supporting individuals with developmental and physical disabilities.
• Knowledge of and experience with adaptive equipment and assistive technology devices for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of and experience with Electronic Health Records system.