We are hiring for motivated and encouraging DSP’s to support individuals in our residential program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assists staff with admitting individuals into the program;

· Answers the telephone appropriately;

· Assists individuals with ADLs (bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding).

· Leads individuals in educational and recreational activities;

· Report any physical or behavioral signs that are important to the Program Director;

· Cook meals and prepare snacks for individuals (depending on the shift);

· Assist individuals with housekeeping activities, which includes personal care, laundering and ironing of clothes;

· The Direct Support Professional is responsible for the daily supervision and safety of all individuals, including responding to the physical, psychological, medical, spiritual, emotional, and developmental needs of everyone;

· The Direct Support Professional supports and promotes a clean and healthy environment for all individuals.

· Provides written and verbal feedback necessary to plan, develop, implement, and further the advancement of everyone;

· Works closely with designated individuals to guide and support him/her in accomplishing behavioral, personal, vocational, educational, and independent living goals;

· The Direct Support Professional is required to use their vehicle to transport individuals as needed;

· Helps prepare individuals for meals, scheduled groups and activities, counseling session, group dinners, outings etc. on a weekly basis;

· Attendance at monthly staff meetings is mandatory.

Qualifications - Minimum education, experience, knowledge and skills:

High school diploma and at least one (1) year experience working with individuals in a healthcare or school environment.

Knowledge skills and abilities:

Skilled at supervising individuals;

Ability to problem solve;

Ability to utilize conflict resolution strategies and other preventive strategies needed to interpret and respond appropriately to continually changing events;

The Direct Support Professional must have the ability to influence, negotiate, instruct and guide individuals in a manner that is beneficial to their success;

Good decision-making and communication skills are necessary;

Good writing and verbal communication skills;

Skilled in using word processing software;

Skilled in implementing treatment plan objectives;

Knowledge of the special needs of individuals with developmental disabilities;

Records management skills

This position requires:

Current certification in CPR/AED/First Aid

Person-Centered Thinking Training

Current Medication Administration Certificate

At least one of the following certifications in Behavior Management: (TOVA, MANDT, CPI)

Successful completion of a criminal history and registry background investigation

Driver's License

Current Car Insurance

Acceptable Driving Record

Please be prepared to send a current resume, provide proof of trainings/certificates and demonstrate your abilities to carry out the required duties.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24 per week

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work Friday and Saturday either 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR (Required)
• Medication Administration Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person