What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Partners for independence inc.?
JOB SUMMARY
Under supervision of the Administrator, this position is a direct service position providing vocational and/or
skills training to persons with developmental disabilities. This position has no supervisory duties.
Responsibilities include:
Assist in implementation of ISP’s
Record data and maintain field books
Follow PFI’s vehicle rules when driving the vehicles
Assist clients with personal and hygiene issues when needed
Provide constant supervision to clients
Accept changes in assigned clients or program sites as directed
Other duties assigned by Administrator.
MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Experience working with persons with disabilities preferred. CPR/first aid training and CPI (Crisis Prevention
and Intervention) completed within 30 days of hire and maintained. Proof of submission of fingerprints to DOJ
and FBI with subsequent clearance; certification of no history of criminal conviction as outlined in DSS
licensing Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508). Staffs who work directly with clients must be at least 18 years
of age and those required to drive should be 25; must maintain a California drivers license and a good driving
record. Physicals and TB clearances are required for all licensed facilities; must be physically capable of
manipulating wheelchairs and positioning/lifting non-ambulatory clients; must be physically capable of
managing aggressive and violent behavior using CPI.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES NECESSARY
Managing aggressive and violent behavior is an essential skill to all staff providing direct service to our clients.
Familiarity with developmental disabilities; an understanding of the philosophy of community-based and work
programs; awareness of principles of normalization and development; ability to work with independence and as
a member of an individual-centered planning team; effective writing skills and ability to chart data, to track
client progress and generate reports in an accurate and timely manner; ability to deal effectively with staff,
clients and outside community. Driving staff preferred to be 25 or older.
Normal working hours for this position are 8hrs/day, 5 days/week. Occasional overtime for training is required.
Specific work hours may vary according to clients’ needs. Persons applying for positions requiring regular
overtime hours are informed at time of interview.