Direct Support Professional - Pool (A/B or B/C)

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.
• Affiliate with 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. Follow incident reporting procedures including documentation and submitting report to a Supervisor.
• Affiliate with individuals by providing for special health care and personal care needs.
• 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.
• 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).
• CNA license preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with individuals receiving services with diverse ability levels and employees with diverse experience and knowledge levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.
• 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 obtain additional credentials based on future organizational and/or regulatory requirements.