Direct Support Professional II – In-Home Support

About the role

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the comfort, health, and safety of individuals served.
• Assist with medical, nutritional, and personal care needs.
• Implement individual support plans, service goals, and behavior support plans.
• Provide emotional support and use therapeutic behavioral reinforcement techniques.
• Encourage participation in community-based activities that promote social inclusion and independence.
• Provide transportation to appointments, recreational activities, volunteer opportunities, and community events.
• Assist with the development of independent living, communication, social, and self-advocacy skills.
• Support individuals with housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, budgeting, and laundry.
• Provide medication reminders and documentation in accordance with regulations and agency policies.
• Assist individuals with money management and purchases.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, incidents, and behavioral situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Attend required training programs and mandatory staff meetings.
• Follow agency policies related to incident reporting, abuse prevention, confidentiality, and infection control.
• Complete all required daily, weekly, and monthly documentation accurately and timely.
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