Direct Support Professional- Saturday 8a-11pm (Personal Support)

About the role

Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential. Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work in the residence of a person served as a personal support, staying actively involved and ensuring all programs and activities are carried out for the person’s benefit, both at home and in the community.
• Provide supervision and training to adults with developmental disabilities to promote each person’s growth toward their highest potential, following individual plans and goals.
• Ensure the home is personalized and individualized to each person’s preferences and personality.
• Teach and instruct individuals to do as much as possible for themselves per program plans; refrain from personal business during work time (no personal cell phones, reading, TV, writing, etc.).
• Communicate with day program staff regarding individual programs when requested.
• Report concerns related to persons served’s needs and house operations to the Community Support Manager promptly.
• Utilize approved behavior plans and intervention strategies to enhance progress toward goals.
• Act as a positive role model for persons served and agency staff.
• Work hands‑on with individuals to develop independent living skills such as mobility, budgeting, personal hygiene, cleaning, bathing, toileting, nail care, and oral hygiene.
• Know the whereabouts of persons served at all times during work hours.
• Meet routinely with the BSS Program Manager or designee for scheduled meetings.
• Be knowledgeable of routine and emergency medical procedures including CPR, vital signs, positioning, wheelchair usage, transfers, assistive devices, splints, dentures, and walkers.
• Administer correct and timely medication (oral, topical, nebulizers, bowel regimens) consistent with the Physician Medical Order Form and Medication Administration Record, ensuring three‑way checks.
• Monitor and assist in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of persons served at home, inside and out.
• Aid persons served in the care and maintenance of personal belongings, ensuring they are secure and controlled by each person.
• Complete appropriate records and reports (monthly reports, incident reports, seizure records, program activity logs, fire drill reports, etc.).
• Clean the home with the person served where appropriate, complete laundry, and prepare food according to approved menus, special diets, and food consistencies.
• Collect data relating to persons served’s progress per agency policy.
• Transport persons served to appointments, activities, and community outings.
• Assume financial responsibility for agency and persons served funds, documenting per agency policy.
• Communicate medical concerns to the Registered Nurse and supervisor within the appropriate time frame.
• Check all rooms at specified times to ensure persons served’s safety and well‑being.
• Use approved crisis intervention techniques in emergencies when persons served are in danger of injuring themselves or others.
• Know the location of important house records: fire drills, water temps, medical records, menus, and other files.
• Attend religious services with the person served.
• Contribute to a work and home atmosphere that is positive, enthusiastic, responsible, and courteous.
• Use technology for the completion of specified job duties.
• Attend work regularly according to assigned schedule and agency policy.
• Attend and participate in in‑service training, staff meetings, and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Work cooperatively with families, staff, supervisors, administrators, co‑workers, persons served, community professionals, customers, neighbors, vendors, and the public.
• Abide by agency policies and procedures.
• Assume other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed.
• Attend team meetings as required.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with agency volunteers to maximize their experience while meeting the needs of persons served and programs.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred (specific requirements may vary by state).
• Experience: Commitment to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities; ability to work as part of a team.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record per agency insurance carrier and policy.
• Must be able to lift, pull, and push adequate weight to assist individuals supported (may exceed 50 pounds).
• Additional related experience and/or education may be substituted for the above requirements at the discretion of the Personnel Officer.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And more!

Pay

$19.75 Hourly

Schedule

Works a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.