Direct Support Professional _88305

Non-exempt, full-time or part-time, hourly role supporting 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 in periodic programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill and behavioral development.
• Assist with daily activities: personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintain confidentiality.
• Manage individuals’ assets: make cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the individual’s budget according to their choice and preference.
• Maintain healthy, professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers; implement customer service standards.
• Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect and all medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with policy and external requirements.
• Respect and uphold the rights of persons served; assist individuals in exercising their rights.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed; relay orders and information to and from medical providers.
• If assigned, accurately administer or support self-administration of medication; document delivery; report errors; secure medications and supplies.
• Monitor individual’s health; document concerns; communicate with nurse or supervisor; follow health care directives; call 911 in emergencies.
• Correctly use and report malfunction of medical equipment.
• Prepare or support meal preparation according to planned menus and individual choice; implement special diets and dining plans.
• Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings.
• Work scheduled hours; arrive on time; stay until replacement arrives; notify supervisor of absences.
• Collaborate with team members; value contributions; communicate openly; show respect.
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and rules; report hazards; participate in safety training and drills.
• Transport individuals safely; ensure proper use of safety equipment; report accidents immediately.
• Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping; maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment; report hazards.
• Monitor environmental safety; make minor repairs; perform yard maintenance; report equipment or facility issues.
• Check water temperature when assisting with bathing; protect individuals during emergencies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing; car registration and insurance if providing transportation.
• Complete all state-required training and certification within mandated timeframes.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and meet insurance requirements to drive for the company; comply with company MVR driving record policy.
• Submit to drug testing prior to employment (if hired after 6/15/2018), randomly, and for cause/suspicion.
• Pass criminal background checks and be cleared by the Department of Human Services; name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
• Successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all required trainings.

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment

Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community.