Habilitative Support Professional

Position Summary

The Habilitative Support Professional (HSP) provides person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities in adult day services, helping them achieve goals, build skills, engage in the community, and maintain their health, safety, and independence.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures
• Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect at all times
• Support Individuals to Achieve Personal Outcomes and a High Quality of Life
• Conduct regular assessments of individuals’ interests, goals, and abilities; document findings for Team and Annual Plan meetings
• Support skill development through formal and informal training in alignment with the individual's person-centered plan; accurately document progress and report changes to the ADS Coordinator
• Absorb and encourage informed decision-making and promote participation in community-based activities
• Promote an environment that is free from abuse and neglect, respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and coworkers
• Health & Safety Support
• Provide direct supervision of individuals, ensuring accountability and documentation as required by the person-centered plan and agency policy
• Use positive behavior support techniques and implement Behavior Support Plans (as applicable) to manage and de-escalate challenging situations
• Monitor and report changes in individuals' health and daily routines
• Safeguard prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, and safety drills
• Follow proper lifting and mobility assistance techniques
• Documentation & Communication
• Complete accurate documentation in Therap and other required forms (e.g., T-Logs, GERs, ISP data)
• Communicate changes or incidents to supervisors and nursing staff
• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency-issued credentials
• Transportation & Community Engagement
• Safely transport individuals to activities, and outings
• Operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained
• Follow agency transportation and safety protocols
• Medication Administer medications and treatments per agency policy
• Complete Medication Administration Records (MARs)
• Additional Duties
• Report maintenance or repair needs
• Attend meetings and complete ongoing training as required
• Other duties as assigned
• Work Activity Program Duties
• Accurately complete consumer time sheets, and wage assessments in accordance with U.S. Department of Labor Standards
• Monitor work quality to meet or exceed the customers specifications and participate in work completion as needed
• Provide training and support to individuals to maximize vocational capabilities and complete Time Studies as needed
• Submit shipping and receiving documentation to the Administrative Assistant in a timely manner
• Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring all required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available
• Lead HSP Duties
• Ensure all Habilitative Support Professional documentation is accurate, complete, and correct per agency standards
• Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring all required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available
• Assist in the review and implementation of contract-related activities and individual support programs

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs; assist with adult transfers as needed
• Frequent movement: standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting
• Work indoors and outdoors in varied environments
• May be exposed to communicable diseases and physical aggression
• Use of safety equipment (gloves, eye/ear protection) may be required
• May be assigned to alternate locations or shifts
• Must operate agency vehicles safely, including at night

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Clear written and verbal English communication
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or/ as a team
• Positive interpersonal skills and time management
• Good judgment and accountability

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum age: 18
• One year working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)