Position Description Direct Support Professional (DSP) - CRA Residential Position Summary The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct care, supervision, and person- centered support to individuals receiving residential services through BrightStar Homes Services. The DSP assists individuals in achieving maximum independence while ensuring their health, safety, dignity, and overall well-being. Services shall be provided in accordance with DBHDD Provider Standards, NOW/COMP Waiver requirements, Individual Service Plans (ISPs), Behavior Support Plans (BSP/CSP), Health Care Plans (HCPs), and BrightStar policies and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Direct Care & Individual Support  Provide direct supervision and support to individuals residing in CRA homes.  Maintain required staff-to-individual ratio (1:3), ( 1:1), (2:1) at all times.  Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including: o Personal hygiene o Bathing and grooming o Dressing o Toileting o Meal preparation and feeding assistance as needed  Promote independence, self-advocacy, and community inclusion.  Support recreational, educational, vocational, and community integration activities.  Implement services in accordance with: o Individual Service Plans (ISPs) o Behavior Support Plans (BSP/CSP) o Crisis Safety Plans (CSPs) o Health Care Plans (HCPs)  Utilize positive behavior supports and approved de-escalation techniques.  Avoid power struggles, intimidation, or confrontational interactions.  Follow all behavioral intervention protocols as written. Health & Safety Responsibilities  Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all individuals served.  Monitor individuals for changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral status.  Immediately report: o Injuries o Illnesses o Behavioral crises o Medication concerns o Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation allegations  Maintain line-of-sight supervision when required.  Follow all emergency response procedures.  Assist with medication administration in accordance with Proxy Caregiver training and RN/LPN oversight.  Follow all medication administration procedures and documentation requirements.  Report immediately all: o Medication errors o Medication refusals o Medication changes o Adverse reactions  Notify the CRA Home Supervisor, Medical Compliance Staff, Case Management, and Leadership immediately of: o ER visits o Urgent Care visits o Hospitalizations o Police contacts  Provide discharge paperwork and medical summaries to the CRA Home Supervisor and Medical Compliance Staff immediately upon return. Meal Preparation & Household Duties  Prepare and serve all meals and snacks in accordance with prescribed diets and physician orders.  Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area.  Assist individuals with household chores and daily living skills.  Maintain inventory of food, household supplies, and personal care items.  Report supply shortages to the CRA Home Supervisor.  Complete all required documentation accurately and timely in the Therap system. 

Document:

o Daily service notes o Progress toward ISP goals o Medication administration records o Health tracking forms o Behavioral observations o Community activities  Ensure documentation is objective, factual, and complete.  Report documentation concerns to the CRA Home Supervisor immediately. Incident Reporting  Immediately report all incidents to the CRA Home Supervisor and/or Leadership.  Cooperate fully with internal investigations.  Complete required incident documentation before the end of shift.  Maintain confidentiality regarding all investigations.  Never discourage or interfere with an individual's right to report concerns. Environmental Safety  Maintain a safe, clean, and organized home environment.  Complete assigned housekeeping duties.  Assist with fire drills and emergency preparedness activities.  Report maintenance concerns and safety hazards immediately.

Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person