DSP- Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Reports to the

CEO & QDDP

General Responsibilities:

Overall responsibilities are to implement supports as outline in the individuals' support plan to accomplishment the desired outcomes Provide services that are person-centered and encourage age appropriateness Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and shows respect and dignity for individuals served Maintain confidential client communication and information within the agency Demonstrate professional and productive working relationships with peers and individuals served Maintain agency operations to achieve compliance with contract requirements with Federal and State, Local regulations and any other licensing regulatory agencies as directed Redirect and deescalate behaviors of participants Adhere to agency policy and procedures enhancing compliance with HIPPA requirements Meet timelines in completing administrative tasks, and documentation Attend and participate in staff meetings Maintain required ISP documentation for the provision of day habilitation activities and maintain a structured learning environment Support the agency's mission statement Must be flexible, resourceful, decisive, mature, tactful and professional and demonstrate leadership skills, the ability to multitask and be organized Act as a coach when assigned and provide individualized supports to promote community engagement Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Be familiar with behavior modification principles and alternative techniques in working with individuals that have developmental disabilities and/or have the ability to be trained and demonstrate these skills within the first six weeks of employment; Must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills; Ability to be trained in documentation formats for record keeping; Ability to get along with clients and peers; Qualifications One year of experience working with individuals that have developmental disabilities in either a residential program and/or a group day setting is preferred; Educational requirements include either a high school diploma or GED; Must have a satisfactory work history; Demonstrate the ability to work with the population served; Successful completion of all agencies' training programs within the first 6 weeks of employment; Need to submit to random drug screening and be able to pass a criminal background investigation and child registry check; Manual dexterity will include, but not limited to stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying; Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record

Pay:

From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement

Work Location:

In person