DE DSP 10 South - Full-Time (35571)

FULL TIME SHIFT: 

• Sunday 9AM-11PM, Monday -- Wednesday 3PM-11PM

About St. John’s Community Services
As one of the oldest non-profit organizations founded in the District of Columbia, St. John’s Community Services (SJCS) is committed to supporting and advocating for people of all abilities. SJCS works to cultivate caring communities to ensure that all people have the opportunity to thrive and that no one is left behind. We support individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as adults and children experiencing hunger and homelessness in four states and the District of Columbia. 
At SJCS, we pride ourselves in meeting every person we support where they are, learning who they are, and affirming their individuality, unique strengths, and hopes. It’s why we exist.  Advancing inclusive communities where every person, regardless of circumstances, has the right and opportunity to live their best life is our mission, and our mission is what drives us and is at the heart of our services and programs.

What are we looking for? 
We are looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to add to our team. As a DSP you will provides support to persons with disabilities in developing and/or maintaining  skills to enhance the quality of their lives in the community; observe and respond to the physical, social, behavioral, career and personal needs of persons served; advocates for the needs of persons served and serves as a link to community inclusion; assists with  daily   routines (i.e. household tasks, employment related task, personal care,.

Your overall essential responsibilities will be the following:

1.    Provide appropriate level of supervision and training to persons served to facilitate their social wellbeing, health and safety in the least restrictive environment; 
2.    Will administer medication to persons served; per medication administration procedures upon successful state required certifications.
3. Assist persons served to take public transportation or ensures Transport to to access community resources. Assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities; including those that promote social inclusion and building social capital for each person served 
4 Follow prescribed SJCS procedures to document supports provided to persons served including progress towards skill acquisition, choices, health matters, achievements and challenges daily; 
5    Attend and participate in all mandated events, workshops, training, investigations and meetings. 
6    Ensure responsible usage of personal and agency resources, e.g. vehicles, property, finances, etc. 
7. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position is not complete, as other duties may be assigned and are expected to be followed. 

The minimum experience, education, and requirements needed for consideration:

•    High school diploma or G.E.D. required 
•    One or more years related experience working with persons with disabilities required; experience in community based programs preferred; 
•    Must meet SJCS and funding jurisdiction current requirements for criminal background/records check. 
•    Valid health certificate to meet current funding jurisdiction requirements. 
•    Valid state-issued driver’s license with current driving record in good standing preferred. 

You will catch our eye if you have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1.    Knowledge of community resources that lead to social inclusion and autonomy of persons served 
2.    Ability to gain working knowledge of St. John’s Community Services policies and procedures. 
3.    Ability to act as a representative of St. John’s Community Services to the public. 
4.    Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with other staff members and individuals from diverse backgrounds. 
5.    Knowledge of acceptable meal assistance and safety practices and procedures.
6.   Skilled in the operation of relevant computer systems, including hardware and software, and office machines

All SJCS employees must:
•    Obtain a valid health certificate to meet current funding authority requirements as required.
•    Having a valid state-issued driver’s license with a current driving record in good standing is required.
•    Meet SJCS and the funding authority requirement of criminal background and record checks.

Physical and environmental conditions include:
1.    Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
2.    Work environment involves risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions e.g. 
3.    Safely operating a motor vehicle; lifting, transferring and/or positioning persons served; exposure to aggressive behavior; practices with office equipment; and/or avoidance of trips and falls. 

Other benefits include the following:
•    Medical, dental, vision, STD, and other benefits and company contributions
•    Retirement plans.
•    Company paid LTD.
•    Connectivity reimbursements (some employees)
•    PTO, Vacation, and sick time off.
•    Flexibility
•    Family culture 
•    Helping other people live their best life!

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.