The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will assist people supported in leading self-directed lives as participating and contributing members of their communities connecting them with people and places in the community of common interest. The DSP will encourage the development of physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills and behaviors that enhance inclusion in the community and will help people supported achieve their identified outcomes/goals while maintaining high-quality person-centered practices in accordance with company standards, mission and vision

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assisting people supported to increase their independence and to exercise their rights by teaching skills in various activities of daily living (self-care, care of the household, communication, leisure, etc.) according to Person Centered Support Plans (PCSP) and as natural teaching opportunities arise, using informal teaching techniques/procedures. Assisting people supported to reduce maladaptive behaviors and to learn appropriate replacement behaviors by implementing approved behavior management procedures, according to EVC policies, Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and as natural teaching opportunities arise. Assisting in maintaining the health, hygiene and grooming of people supported by teaching new skills, and if properly certified, by administering medications according to stated policies and procedures. Providing active treatment by continually engaging people supported in age-appropriate, functional activities and implementing community activities. Working with people supported to ensure the home is kept clean and safe, by engaging in housekeeping duties, including laundry, cooking, and cleaning, including their personal living space. Willingness to be pulled to work in other homes due to openings or call offs. Ability to be at work on time and stay for the full shift. Ability to pass medications, if required for that home/program. Accurately completes documentation for the person as it relates to activities and supports identified in the Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) and all person supported documentation via Electronic Health Record (EHR). Maintains detailed daily notes which are completed daily after each shift, monitoring records, outcome summaries, completes appropriate documentation for Medication Administration using the electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) within guidelines of EVC's Medication Administration Policy. Accompanies people supported to and from medical appointments and activities according to the needs of the person supported. Follows all Therapy Plans (OT, PT, SLP and Nutrition) and Behavior Support Plans as defined in the Information and Training Specific to the Person (ITSP), PCSP or Competency Based Trainings. Consider a variety of enabling technology in a person supported' s life, thinking creatively about technology persons may already have available. (smartphone, tablet) Envisioning enabling technology to be autonomous in day-to-day activities to develop a person's ability to be independent in their daily lives. (home, community, and employment) Other duties as assigned by Director, Vice President of Operations and President In addition, Superimposed DSPs must be able to work in different homes on a regular basis, which requires flexibility, adaptability, quick learning skills, and reliable mode of transportation. In addition, Night DSPs must be able to stay awake all night, ensuring a safe, secure and quiet environment for people supported, providing scheduled and unscheduled care as needed, and engaging in housekeeping duties Knowledge and Skills Ability to read and write English. Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm during a crisis. Knowledge and understanding of company and Department of Disability and Aging and managed Care Organizations (DDA/MCO) operation policies. Ability to interact with a wide range of people, and deal honestly and tactfully with the public. Ability to handle all aspects of personal care with sensitivity and caring. Ability to report to work on time for required shifts. Computer skills to document required items electronically. High tolerance for working under pressure and handling critical situations. Ability to lift 50 pounds (weight of average manual wheelchair when chair is empty). .

EDUCATIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma (or equivalent)