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Life Center Inc

Direct Support Professional

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Job Description

SUMMARY:

Provides supervision and support to adults with disabilities by performing the following duties and in accordance with their Person Centered Plan (PCP).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

▪ Advocates for individuals supported by Life Center, Inc.

▪ Adheres to emergency program procedures for fire, tornadoes, accidents, or other serious incidents

▪ Administers medications to persons supported as indicated by state guidelines, physician direction, and the Person Centered Plan

▪ Prepares meals according to Person Centered Plan and physician recommendations

▪ Implements all aspects of the Person Centered Plan

▪ Documents all required information before end of work shift, i.e. progress notes, time sheets, and incident reports and ensures that all documentation is complete and signed before submitting

▪ Drives vehicle in a safe manner adhering to all traffic regulations

▪ Reviews mileage documentation for accuracy and submit be designated due date

▪ Provides transportation to person supported to and from meetings, appointments, and other community activities with the use of employees personal vehicle

▪ Provides transportation to the individual supported as indicated in the Person Centered Plan and/or as requested by the individual

▪ Participates in community activities chosen by the individuals supported

▪ Attends all staff meetings, training sessions

▪ Reads the Program Log Book every shift. Initials each entry as it is reviewed

▪ Complies with Life Center policies and procedures

▪ Assists persons supported in making purchases in the community

▪ Models appropriate social behavior for persons supported

▪ Demonstrates ability to make sound decisions

▪ Follows assigned work schedules

▪ Completes all scheduled shift responsibilities including cleaning tasks

▪ Assists supervisor in routine site maintenance

▪ Identifies self when accepting incoming telephone calls to facilitate effective team communication

▪ Provides supervision to the persons supported according to the supervisory guidelines established by the Person Centered Plan

▪ Works cooperatively and professionally with family members, guardians, and stakeholders

▪ Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication

▪ Works collaboratively with the Supports Coordinator and other clinical support staff

▪ Communicates professionally with agency support staff

▪ Observe safety and security procedures, utilize equipment and materials properly and report potentially unsafe conditions

▪ Adhere to State of Michigan Licensing Regulations and the Michigan Mental Health Code

▪ Completes all tasks delegated by immediate supervisor or designee

Pay:

$17.13 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a valid Michigan Driver's License? Ability to

Commute:

Clinton Township, MI 48036 (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance