What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - Part Time shifts available position at SCO Family of Services?
Provides close supervision for individuals in accordance with the individual treatment plan. If individual is on a 1:1 supervision status, provides continual supervision as noted in plan. Completes transfer form when transferring individual's care to another staff.
Participates in the individuals' program planning meetings; reviews and signs off on Annual and Semi-Annual Treatment Plans.
Maintains individuals' possessions in a neat and orderly manner; communicates needs for the individuals to the management; completes documentation in accordance with program procedures.
Transports individuals in a safe and comfortable manner; follows all NYS laws and agency procedures; maintains valid NYS Driver's License; completes all documentation including vehicle logs in a timely and complete manner; communicates condition of vehicles to management; ensures that the individuals have the optimum experience by not having the radio too loud, maintaining the temperature at a comfortable level, etc.
Maintains the physical plant and agency property in a clean and safe manner; communicates any issues to management.
Provides all other duties as needed or requested to ensure that the individuals are safe, healthy, and comfortable.
Complies with OPWDD regulations and agency procedures
Obtains and maintains SCIP-R certification; attends all mandatory training.
Obtains and maintains AMAP certification and submits a copy of the certification to each program in which he/she administers medication.
Attends all staff meetings including in-services and trainings.
Demonstrates competency in all required training areas
Qualifications
A minimum of high school diploma or GED
A clean and valid NYS driver’s license preferred
Experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injured preferred
Ability to complete SCIP and AMAP training
SCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employer