Direct Support Professional

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Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for implementing individualized action plans for individuals with Intellectual/ Developmental Disabilities in a residential setting to maximize their functioning in the community; assist in the improvement of personal care, social skills, money management, life skills and in their general wellbeing. Knowledge of Individual Staff Action Plans, constant supervision and observation of individuals, assist in maintaining cleanliness of the residence, and serve as a role model and advocate. Mandatory overtime is required, driving is mandatory, and a valid, non-restricted driver license is required for this position. Direct Support Professionals must be awake during the entire shift. Sleeping on the job is prohibited.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

• Successfully complete AMAP Certification and administer medications as prescribed by a doctor (s) to the individuals.
• Supervise individuals (based on their level of supervision) at all times and provide for their safety.
• Conduct half hour bed checks or as required based on individuals need.
• Assist individuals with their Adult Daily Living Skills (ADLS), i.e. bathing, dressing, brushing teeth, washing hair, cut nails, shaving.
• Assist in the development of Individual Staff Action Plans.
• Complete all Res Hab as well as all other required documentation (ex. Goals on Precision Care, Incident tracker, ABC, body checks etc.) on a daily basis prior to the end of the shift.
• Assist with meal planning, preparation and clean up, i.e. clean kitchen, discard garbage, mop floor, wipe tables.
• Assist in the dressing and undressing of individuals, including the tying of shoes.
• Assist individuals in and out of the bathtub/shower, as well as bathing or assist with the bathing using hand-over-hand washing.