Direct Service Professional

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Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide individualized professional

and compassionate support to people with intellectual and developmental

disabilities. The DSP is familiar with the agency mission, agency

standards of support and participates in the betterment of the

organization. These principles are accomplished by always being

respectful, trustworthy, and utilizing excellent communication skills.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include The Following

Person Centered Practices

The DSP uses person-centered practices, assisting people to make

informed choices, develop strategies, take risks, follow through on

responsibilities, and achieve their goals. DSP will complete duties by

staying focused on the individual being supported, being honest, always

showing respect towards others, and completing tasks in a timely and

effective way.

Implementation of Services

The DSP assists with implementation of the person-centered plan to

achieve specific outcomes derived from the persons preferences, needs,

and interests. The DSP maintains collaborative professional

relationships with the participant and all support team members

(including family/friends), follows ethical standards of practice (e.g.,

confidentiality, informed consent, etc.), and recognizes his or her own

personal limitations.

Community Living Skills & Supports

The DSP helps people manage the physical, personal, financial, and

household tasks that are necessary on a day-to-day basis to pursue an

independent community-based lifestyle. Tasks may include, but are not

limited to, personal care, cooking, cleaning and community integration.