Direct Support Professional

Build an effective working relationship with the person using the service.

a) Listen to the person and learn how he/she communicates their feelings, preferences and interests, including through body language.

b) Initiate interactions with the person, include him/her in conversations and discussions and support others to communicate with the person.

c) Support the person to experience new opportunities, express preferences, and make informed choices.

Support the person to participate in activities and in everyday community life.

a) Support in a facilitative way i.e. one which maximizes the person's participation in community activities and opportunities where the IDS DSP is doing things with and alongside the person, not for the person.

b) Support the person to achieve their highest potential and goals for community integration and contribution, relationship building, vocational exploration, self-determination, learning and personal growth.

c) Ensure a Community Integration Plan is developed and followed, and that this plan is meaningful and beneficial for the person.

Provide a high level of support to meet the person's needs.

a) Address a person's individual support needs which may include helping them with

· Mobility: assisting with walking or to use a wheelchair

· Epilepsy: responding to a seizure/possibly administering medication

· Personal care: providing some or all aspects

· Safety: awareness of the person's environment and on-going risk assessment

· Eating and drinking: minimal to high support depending on the person

· Behavior, which may be challenging

b) Provide support in a manner which respects a person's right to privacy and upholds their dignity.

Work effectively with family, friends, and other team members.

a) Establish good working relationships with family/other team members

b) Provide regular feedback

c) Be open to learning and guidance from others

Work within Simky Family Healthcare's principles, policies, and procedures for IDS.

a) Demonstrate a person-centered practice, an understanding of and commitment to inclusion, and the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

b) Know and follow Simky Family Healthcare's policies and procedures for IDS.

c) Be responsible when handling expenses.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $19.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Vehicle to Drive (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations