What are the responsibilities and job description for the iRise - Direct Support Professional position at Community Inclusion LLC?
Description:
Position Description:
The Direct Service Provider (DSP) delivers person-centered Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) under the Kentucky 1915(i) RISE Initiative. The DSP is responsible for implementing the specific services identified in the participant’s Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP), focusing on skill development, community integration, and health and safety monitoring.
Responsibilities:
- Service Delivery: Deliver services strictly in accordance with the participant’s individualized service plan (PCSP).
- Participant Support: Promote autonomy, dignity, and informed choice while supporting community integration consistent with HCBS requirements.
- Safety Monitoring: Actively monitor participant health, safety, and welfare during service delivery; report incidents per agency policy and regulatory requirements.
- Documentation: Complete accurate, professional, and timely documentation for every service encounter.
- Professionalism: Maintain strict professional boundaries and HIPAA-compliant confidentiality.
- Field Work: Travel within your assigned region to meet with participants face-to-face in their homes or other community locations.
- Collaboration: Participate in required supervision, team meetings, and training sessions.
- Service Versatility: DSPs may be required to deliver multiple supported services, including:
- In-Home Independent Living Supports
- Supported Employment & Education
- Planned Respite
- Housing and Tenancy Supports
- Non-Medical Transportation
- Supervised Residential Care & Assistive Technology
Education & Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Relevant experience in human services, mental health, or foster care preferred.
- Successful completion of all agency-required screenings and trainings.