Direct Support Professional - Butler PT

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement individual treatment, education and behavioral plans using a variety of methodologies and best practices based on the needs of the individual.
• Ensure that all individuals remain actively engaged in meaningful activities according to their individual functional level.
• Record accurate and detailed documentation within required timeframes regarding each individual’s progress in meeting goals and objectives, personal care, behavior reports and health and safety as required by the program.
• Maintain a safe and organized training area that supports learning and personal growth.
• Address challenging behaviors proactively and utilize positive behavior intervention to manage and promote improved behavior while remaining supportive of individuality.
• Aid individuals in educational/classroom, recreational, social and community activities based on preference and individual plans.
• Monitor the health and safety of the individual at all times.
• Respond to and report unsafe conditions, environment and equipment to the Supervisor, verbally and in writing.
• Observe individuals for injury or bruises.
• Evaluate the individual for changes in emotional and/or physical status and report verbally and in writing any concerns to a Supervisor.
• Ensure that each individuals’ rights are protected.
• Use person first language and treat individuals with dignity and respect.
• Dress appropriately and professionally for the responsibilities of the position.
• Transportation: May provide transportation to individuals served. If required to drive, will maintain a valid Arkansas Driver's License and current car insurance, will complete annual Rules of the Road training and if required, will obtain a CDL. Will follow all vehicle procedures including but not limited to vehicle pre-check inspection, using seat belts, wheelchair tie-downs, not using cell phone or engaging in any prohibited conduct.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid Arkansas Driver's License (if hired in a position where employee will drive).
• First Aid and CPR certification within the first 90 days of employment and maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to lift and transfer individuals according to weight guidelines for lifting.
• Ability to lift and move individuals greater than 30 pounds as per individual’s treatment plan.