Direct Support Professional Position Available In Alachua, Florida

Direct Support Professional successful steps unlimited 16420 NE County Rd 1475, Gainesville, FL 32609 Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Work Habits Has and demonstrates a passion for serving people. Learns and understands job and applies job knowledge. Demonstrates respect of clients, families, co-workers, and the Agency Mission. Advocates for clients and their families. Focuses on quality. Consistently follows agency rules and guidelines. Guards agency resources. Communicates effectively and positively (oral, written, body language, etc). Self-initiates by organizing, managing time, and prioritizing tasks. Maintains confidentiality of those we serve. Has excellent attendance. Operates a motor vehicle safely. Demonstrates effective basic computer skills (E-Mail, Word processing, Excel, HR System, Client Records System). Customer Service Know the client, serve the client, and support the client Get to know clients’ Choices and Preferences Build a strong relationship with clients’ families: Communicate with them; Answer their questions; Let families know you’re here to help Build a strong professional relationship with and support co-workers Be friendly Be helpful Actively communicate Help solve problems Have fun, be creative Person, Environment, and Activities Know Location of clients and what they are doing Know current health/safety issues Know potential problems Implement safety solutions Communicate any changes Ensure clients have clean bodies, clean teeth, clean hair, and clean clothes Regularly check with clients who are incontinent, ensuring they remain clean and dry and their bed remains clean and dry.

Ensure clients:

have fun leisure and learning activities; enjoy some physical fitness activities; explore activity options; are given person-centered choices, and are able to engage in activities that are integrated into the community. Follow meal menus and special diets for clients Handle food properly and always watch for choking. Documentation Read each client’s Implementation Plan. Request Manager to provide any clarifications needed. Daily Notes, daily notes including: learning opportunities, choices, community participation, special events, new information, health concerns and follow-up.

Incident Reports:

Know what is reportable; know the difference between Incident and Critical Incident; Report incidents timely, as required. Medication Administration, Medical Emergencies, and Safety Immediately report any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation by calling 1-800-96-ABUSE. Ensure clients are safe at all times.

Medication Administration:

Take your time, follow trained procedures and requirements, and ensure medication carts and keys are locked properly. Immediately report any medication errors.

Medical Emergencies:

Call 911; Implement Emergency Training; Ensure Safety of Others; Inform Manager; Communicate with Emergency Responders; Help other affected clients

Driving:

Never use a cell phone while driving; Keep up with vehicle safety checks; Help clients in and out of the vehicle; Remain 100% focused on driving; Obey traffic laws. Behavior Programs Build positive relationships with clients If 1 on 1, always stay on task Ensure any security system is engaged Be familiar with target behaviors Know and follow behavior plans Be attentive Work as a team Speak calmly Be compassionate

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Rotating weekends

Work Location:

In person