Direct Support Professional

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

About the role

Non-exempt, full-time or part-time, hourly role. Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit, typically supporting 4-6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/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.
• Make cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice/preference.
• Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; report medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality, respect the rights of persons being served, and 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 and document delivery; promptly report administration errors; maintain security of controlled medications and supplies.
• Monitor individual’s health; document health concerns; communicate with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; follow individual health care directives.
• Prepare or support individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; know special diets and prepare meals accordingly; monitor mealtime and implement dining plans.
• Attend orientation and ongoing training as directed; participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Work scheduled hours; arrive on time; stay on shift until replacement arrives; notify supervisor in advance if unable to work as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with others, value contributions, communicate openly, and show respect.
• Comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; report unsafe hazards to supervisor and participate in safety-related training.
• Transport individuals into the community safely and according to local laws; ensure proper use of safety equipment; report accidents immediately.
• Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping; maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment; report hazards or safety concerns.
• Monitor environmental safety; make minor repairs; perform yard maintenance; report equipment or facilities requiring repairs.
• Check water temperature when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills; protect individuals in emergencies.
• Perform other duties and activities as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
• Complete all state-required training(s) and certification(s) in mandated timeframes.
• Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to drive for the company.
• Submit to drug testing prior to employment, randomly, and for cause/suspicion.
• Submit to criminal background checks and be determined not disqualified 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.

Work Environment

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

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.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.