Direct Support Professional - Day Program Program

Overview

The Supported Living team is looking to expand their team and provide reliable services to our community. We are looking for individuals that encompass Adjoin values of People, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Fun. A few key qualifications include a willingness to travel, open availability (including the potential for split shifts), a collaborative mindset, and a strong sense of innovation.

Responsibilities

• Aid in advancing clients' decision-making, productivity, and participation in a range of daily activities.
• Facilitate the client's inclusion in positive community experiences.
• Promote independence in daily activities while being mindful of client's intellectual and physical disabilities and assisting with meals, cooking, household maintenance, grooming, and dressing, as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of client's needs.
• Implement individual training and support programs under the direction of the case responsible person.
• Maintain positive communications and relationships with supervisor, clients, landlords, employers, involved families, Regional Center, D.O.R., and other individuals in the community.
• Participate in the evaluation of the client through completion of task analysis and other requested assessment devices.
• Document required activity records, reports, incidents, and client evaluations in a timely, complete, and accurate manner as required.
• Provide positive advocacy when the individual's preferences, needs, or talents are neglected or overlooked.
• Oversee client activities and environment throughout shift to ensure the fulfillment of health and safety needs.
• Provide direct service as needed and required.
• Address challenging behaviors proactively and respectfully, using methods outlined in plans and training.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Scheduling

A Direct Support Professional works as scheduled by the Regional Manager and/or his/her designee. His/her schedule may be either part or full time, depending on the needs of the clients and Adjoin. Overtime may be required as dictated by operational needs, however, no holiday or overtime may be worked without the prior approval of the Direct Support Professional's supervisor.

Mobile

This position requires the employee to have a mobile smart device available to perform certain required essential functions, for which reasonable reimbursement is provided to the employee.

Certification

Certification in an approved First-Aid and CPR class; or successful completion within 45 days of the date of hire.