Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

GLOBAL RESOURCES AND SUPPORTS - 3.1

Washington, DC Job Details Part-time $19.50 - $20.50 an hour 7 hours ago Qualifications Disability support services Working with individuals with disabilities CMS High school diploma or GED CMS regulatory compliance

Driver's License Full Job Description Role Overview:

DSP must be able to assist people with disabilities in identifying personal interests, which lead to meaningful activities of choice in the community. DSPs must understand how to navigate the community and how individuals with disabilities add value to their community. DSPs must identify support needed that will assist the person with a disability in becoming as independent as possible.

Essential Functions:

Promoting a therapeutic environment in the homes, workplace and/or JDT sites. Keeping the space clean, neat and clutter free. Discard trash, used materials, expired food etc. Teach the individual how to recycle and where to locate the recycle bin onsite Must bring to attention of management broken or tattered furniture/ electronics Must clean and sanitize homes, workplaces and/or JDT sites throughout the workday Play calm background music on radios throughout the day or soothing sleep music for individuals at night Whenever possible, turning on oil diffusers with calming scents Knowledge of person's health, vocational, employment, learning, communication needs Stay up to date on Phase II training for everyone supported Supporting the individual on their needs to their desired level of assistance This might include assistance with toileting, showering, cooking, cleaning, daily living activities etc. Must attend all mandatory trainings for each individual supported throughout the year, failure to comply will result in being pulled off shift until training is completed Must be able to demonstrate competency on each individual through exams, periodic and random interviews by Quality Assurance Team, Management Team, or Service Coordinators. Failure to demonstrate competency will require additional supplemental retraining and a mandatory performance improvement plan Ongoing training and professional development to improve skills Must attend all mandatory staff meetings/ trainings and weekly clinical meetings Be punctual to meetings/trainings, well dressed and always represent GRS with your best Have a positive and team-player attitude at meetings/ trainings Be engaged and interactive with the trainers and co-workers Advocacy- (community inclusiveness) Advocate for the individuals at all times in all settings Be kind, courteous, have compassion and understanding Effective communication with person supported and their circle of support Effective communication with management through daily report logs and bring to attention of management all potential safety and health concerns Effective communication with various GRS departments and understand to whom and where to voice your concerns or needs. When emailing be sure to include your first and last name, your working state, use your GRS provided email (unless you are email IT regarding email issues) and

CC:

your direct supervisor (unless it is an email which you wish to remain private).

Payroll:

Pay related issues, updating ACH bank accounts, tax filing status updates, paycheck stubs, issues with Paychex etc.

Human Resources:

HR related issues or concerns, grievance with the organization, management or co-workers, updating personnel information etc.

IT:

Issues with Clock Shark, Therap, MS Teams, work email account, internet connectivity at various GRS sites etc. Use of special accommodations and adaptive equipment, when needed Report any issues/ malfunctions with adaptive equipment immediately Always use adaptive equipment safely and ask for re-training whenever needed Teach appropriate social interaction behaviors and interpersonal skills (Soft Skills)/BSP data record keeping Model good behavior in the workplace through positive attitude, cleanliness, healthy habits and kindness Stay up to date on all CPR training, BSP training (if applicable), CPO training (if applicable) Try to the best of your ability to assist the individual to understand and prehend lessons at day programs/ JDT, letters in the mail, their job schedule, agreements, doctors' orders, social security, interpret social interactions, leases, etc. Seek assistance from a manager or senior DSP if the individual needs additional assistance to navigate the complexities of completing forms or understanding documents Community navigating, connections, partnerships and travel training Help individuals navigate the community through public transportation, scheduling transportation, ordering bus passes, mapping routes Help individuals navigate their community by understanding surrounding amenities. This might include checking their mailbox, finding the nearest grocery store/ rec center, locating their nearest favorite restaurant, help find and navigate to doctors, dentists, schools etc. Daily progress note, BSP (if applicable) and goal documentation on the activities completed or refused throughout the day. Must document daily a note in Therap, MS Teams or on paper in binders, when applicable. Daily note must be completed by end of shift and must match clocked in time in Clock Shark/ Paychex. Both must be completed to receive pay for the day worked. Follow the posted schedule/ calendar for each location, home and site. This might include a daily calendar of activities and individual goals or a chore chart for your specific shift Assist your direct supervisor and the individual with developing schedule/ calendar of activities and help the individual advocate for their likes/ dislikes Document all activities completed and if not completed, document why Failure to comply with posted schedule/ calendar will result in a mandatory performance improvement plan Assist with monitoring funds for activities, outings, groceries etc. If you are given funds or access to petty cash, you must document each time funds are spent, indicate the purpose, you must initial, and the individual must initial on the funds form. Receipts from each transaction must photographed and emailed to with as must detail about the transaction as possible and original must be place in designed spot at each site by end of day GRS has a zero-tolerance policy for misuse or theft of funds. This is grounds for immediate termination. Any other duties as assigned by Clinical Director, Direct Supervisor, COO/ CEO, when appropriate and within the general scope of the job

Perquisite:

Valid Driver's License Clean Background Clearance Minimum of High School Diploma though a bachelor's is Preferred CPR/First Aid Certification Current PPD Testing Ability to lift at least 30 lbs., frequent standing, walking and moving Special Skills Ability to articulate in written and verbal communication Flexibility Ability to multi-task and troubleshoot effectively Understanding of Waiver and CMS Regulations and Outcomes