Direct Support Professional- Mon-Thu 6A-10A;Sat-Sun 9A-9P

Job Details

Description

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION(S):

• Is knowledgeable of routine and emergency medical procedures to include, but not limited to, CPR, vital signs, positioning, wheelchair usage, transfers, assistive devices, splints, dentures and walkers.
• Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and in accordance with Agency policy.
• Contributes to a work and home atmosphere which is positive, enthusiastic, responsible and courteous.
• Works cooperatively with others including all families, staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, people served, community professionals, customers, neighbors, vendors and the public.
• Meets with the House Manager and/or Division Manager or his/her designee routinely for scheduled meetings.
• Administers correct and timely medication (oral, topical, nebulizers, bowel regimens) consistent with the Physician Medical Order Form (PMOF) and the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and ensures three-way check.
• Abides by Agency policies and procedures.
• Attends religious services with the person served.
• Utilizes approved behavior plans and intervention strategies to enhance the progress of achieving goals and objectives.
• Completes appropriate records and reports, i.e. monthly reports, incident reports, seizure records, program activity logs, fire drill reports, etc.
• Works hands on directly with people served to assist each person in developing independent living skills, such as mobility, budgeting, personal hygiene, cleaning, bathing, toileting, nail care and oral hygiene.
• To make sure the house is personalized and individualized to each persons served preference and personality.
• Based on Agency need may be required to work at other residential homes as assigned.
• Shall teach and instruct people served to do as much as possible for themselves, per program plans, and to not conduct personal business on work time (no personal cell phones, reading, TV watching, writing, etc.)
• Uses technology for the completion of specified job duties.
• Uses home computer daily for information and for the completion of specified job duties.
• Communicates concerns related to the persons served and house operations needs to the House Manager or Division Manager in a timely manner.
• If requested, communicates with the day program staff concerning the individual program of a person served.
• Treats persons served with kindness, dignity and respect at all times.
• Is responsible for aiding persons served in the care and maintenance of his/her personal belongings and ensures these are secure and controlled by each person.
• Checks all rooms at specified times to ensure persons served safety and well-being.
• Knows the location of important house records: fire drills, water temps, medical records, menus, and other files.
• Uses approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations when persons served are in danger of injuring themselves or others.
• Is responsible for transporting persons served to appointments, activities, community outings.
• Assumes financial responsibility for Agency and persons served funds, documents same per agency policy.
• To act as a positive role model for persons served and Agency staff.
• Cleans home with person served where appropriate, completes laundry, and prepares food according to approved menus, special diets and food consistencies.
• Communicates medical concerns to Registered Nurse and supervisor within the appropriate time frame.
• Knows whereabouts of persons served at all times.
• Collects data relating to persons served progress according to Agency policy.
• Primary responsibility is to work in the residence of a person served as a personal support and to be engaged with him/her, always actively involved and to make sure all programs and activities are carried out for the benefit of the person served, both in the home and in the community.
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities and special projects as needed.
• Provides supervision and training to adults with intellectual disabilities in order to promote each person’s growth toward his/her highest potential always following his/her individual plan and goals.
• Works a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Attends and participates in in-service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Monitors and assists in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the persons served home, inside and out.

SECONDARY FUNCTION(S):

• Works cooperatively and effectively with Agency volunteers maximizing the volunteers’ experience while meeting the needs of people served and the programs.
• Attends team meetings as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent preferred. Specific requirements regarding education may vary from state to state depending on state regulations.

EXPERIENCE: Commitment to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Ability to work as part of a team. Must have a driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy. Must be able to lift, pull, and push adequate weight to assist individuals supported. May be more than 50 pounds.

NOTE: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience.