What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Self Directed Services?
Job Summary
Job Position: Support Staff
Service: Community Development Service, Personal Support Service
Schedule: 11am-7pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
Job Summary: Provide personal support for a 22 year old male with autism. He verbally communications but has a limited vocabulary. Most of his emotions can be perceived through body language. He enjoys video games, anime, going to bookstore, fast food, video stores, mall.
Duties/Responsibilities: [list the regular duties and responsibilities of the position]
· Teach household chores (vacuuming, making bed, dishes, etc.)
· Teach IADLs (money management, etc)
· Driving with participant to multiple places within Washington County and the surrounding areas each day
· Encouraging social interaction
· Prompting to complete activities
Required Skills/Abilities: [List the required skills and abilities of the position. ]
● At least 1 year Direct Support experience with people with disability
● Experience with ABA or RBT
● Ability to quickly learn and be educated
● Ability to be patient and calm in all situations
● Ability to adapt to different communication styles
● Strong self-confidence in your own abilities and not easily intimidated
● Ability to be flexible with services
● Innovative
Education, Experience, and Certifications: First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, minimum GED or High School Diploma.
Physical Requirements: ability to drive, walk for up to 4 hours, swim independently,
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25