Direct Support Professional

CACHE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING CENTER

Job Description

Employee Name:

TITLE: Direct Support Professional (DSP

SUPERVISOR: Coordinator

DEPARTMENT HEAD: Day Services Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

1) High school diploma or equivalent

2) Experience working with people of varied levels of ability. Experience in positive behavior supports helpful but not necessary

3) Must be able to provide detailed instructions, teach various skills and concepts, collect data, evaluate needs and skills, and complete written documentation.

4) Must possess the following qualities: self -starter, innovative, open to new ideas, team player, good communication skills with co-workers, families, employers & community professionals.

5) Must be able to lift up to 50+ lbs.

6) Must meet all driver eligibility requirements including drug test requirements.

7) Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pass the background check annually

TIME REQUIREMENTS

• Full time: Monday through Friday, 8:45 am to 3:15 pm
• Part time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:45 am to 3:15 pm
• Part time: Tuesday, Thursday, :45 am to 3:15 pm
• Other: _______________________________________

Requests for schedule changes (i.e. full-time to part-time or vice versa) will only be approved with the semester change (May, August, December) and must be submitted to the Department Head for approval. Mid-semester changes will not be approved. Schedule changes must meet area staffing needs. ____ Initials

1. Implement the consumers support strategies and other curriculum in an effective and creative   

    manner.

2. Responsible for welfare of persons assigned.

3. Completion of all required paperwork and training requirements, i.e. CPR-FA, SOAR, Training

    Modules and Driver training.

4. Team Player.

1. Implement the persons support strategies and other curriculum in an effective and creative    

    manner.

1. Implement supports as directed in support strategies plan. Participate in the development of the person's support strategies.
2. Assist the person to participate in activities and community outings. 
3. Conduct ongoing reviews of the supports provided to the persons assigned and report ideas, progress and concerns to person your supervisor and/or coordinator.

2. Responsible for welfare of persons assigned.

1. Be responsible for the supervision of all assigned persons at all times.
2. Be aware of and support the person as concerns arise. Follow-up with concerns or recommendations as needed.
3. Assist with the personal needs of the person (e.g. personal hygiene, toileting needs, accidents, etc).
4. Be present in the lunchroom during the lunch hour to assist the person as needed. Teach eating manners/social skills as appropriate during this time.
5. Assist consumers to load on and off the bus at the designated times.

3. Completion of all required paperwork.

1. Take effective and specific progress notes as specified in the consumers support strategies. Progress notes should be taken immediately after the class or in the event of group activities at the end of the day.
2. Complete incident reports as necessary and forward original document to Coordinator within required time frames.
3. Assist in the completion of assessments as needed.

4. Team Player.

1. Attend staff meetings/trainings as required for the position.
2. All training and modules must be completed and submitted either before or on the due date given. Failure to meet training requirements may result in a work suspension. Initials: _______
3. Request time off from supervisor via CETC's Human resource software. In the event of an unscheduled time off, contact your supervisor by 8:15 am on said day. Refer to time off policy.
4. Engage in positive communication and develop a positive and professional working relationship with the clients, parents,employers, other providers, staff, and funding agencies.
5. Driver-eligible staff will drive CETC vans for community activities and will be required to assist in driving CETC vans (some exclusions will apply). No cell phone or ear bud usage of any kind will be permitted while operating any CETC vehicle or personal vehicle while clocked in Initials: ______________
6. Follow CETC Policies and Procedures and Transportation Policy
7. Assist with cleanup of instructional and work areas.
8. Report any concerns to your supervisor and/or coordinator. Develop pro-active solutions to concerns that arise.
9. Other duties as assigned.

I have read and understand the duties and expectations as outlined in the description and will be able to complete the requirements as outlined.

I also understand that I will be on probation for a period of 60 days upon which an evaluation will be held with the Coordinator/Director.

I understand that all employment is "at will" and of indefinite duration. Employment may be terminated at any time with or without cause by either party.

Employee Name (print please): _______________ Employee Signature: ________________ Date: _____

QUALIFICATIONS:

1) High school diploma or equivalent

2) Experience working with people of varied levels of ability. Experience in positive behavior supports helpful but not necessary

3) Must be able to provide detailed instructions, teach various skills and concepts, collect data, evaluate needs and skills, and complete written documentation.

4) Must possess the following qualities: self -starter, innovative, open to new ideas, team player, good communication skills with co-workers, families, employers & community professionals.

5) Must be able to lift up to 50+ lbs.

6) Must meet all driver eligibility requirements including drug test requirements.

7) Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pass the background check annually