Direct Support Professional - Full and Part Time

Position Summary

The direct support professional provides day to day interactions, care and assistance for individuals served as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan.

Essential Functions

• Provides assistance, support and guidance in the following areas, as each site requires:
  • Activities Of Daily Living (ADL'S)
  • Promotes independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning)
  • Safety and security to ensure healthy living
  • Environmental cleanliness
  • Personal care
  • Transportation
  • Community living and integration
• Supports individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement
• Engage in positive, collaborative interactions communication and support of individuals and team members at all times
• Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation
• Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements
• Performs medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification
• Demonstrates punctuality and dependability
• May be required to work holidays and other shifts outside of your normal schedule
• Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader
• Adheres to The Society's policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bona-fide Occupationally Required Competencies and Credentials:
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be able to communicate in English including both spoken and written
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, First Aid, CPR, PMT and other courses as required
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retailment Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development