What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential DSP position at The Moore Center?
Description
Position Summary: To train, coach and support the individuals we serve to promote the highest level of independence, and to
assist these individuals to learn new skills.
PAY: $19-$21/hr.
Essential Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Position Summary: To train, coach and support the individuals we serve to promote the highest level of independence, and to
assist these individuals to learn new skills.
PAY: $19-$21/hr.
Essential Responsibilities
- Responsible for remaining on shift until adequate coverage can be provided as determined by House Manager or designated responsible person (Senior Person on shift).
- Responsible for consistent implementation of resident programming training (Service Agreement Goals & Objectives: daily living skills, i.e. bathing, dressing, meal preparation; community, access i.e. shopping, leisure activities, concerts, sports, etc.).
- Will provide transportation for residents in vehicles approved by Agency. In emergency situations, staff may be required to transport clients in their own vehicles.
- Responsible for meeting all Residential Standards and Regulations as required by the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services and/or Moore Center Services, Inc.
- Will participate in the development of resident’s programs, i.e. Service Agreements, Behavior Programs, Strategies and Client Centered Conferences.
- Responsible for aiding in the general upkeep of residence, furnishings and equipment (yard/lawn work, mop, dusting, vacuuming, laundry, housekeeping)
- Upon successful completion of medication training program within one month and subsequent re-certification employee is responsible for supervision of residents’ self-administration and/or the distribution and administration of prescribed medications to residents as designated by the House Manager.
- Responsible for supervision of residents’ medical/evaluative appointments and accompaniment of residents to such appointments.
- Responsible for appropriate record keeping and report writing, i.e. Daily Log content, Resident Goal and Objective documentation, Significant Event Reports, Accident Reports, Behavior Programs, filing along with other reports as needed.
- Will attend the required meetings as requested.
- Responsible for reporting any pertinent client incidents/inconsistencies from routine.
- Staff working in designated residences will complete training behavior management programs prior to working with specific residents. Staff are responsible for consistently implementing and documenting interventions as indicated in programs. See addendum for physical requirements.
- Responsible for always ensuring resident hygiene and appropriate attire.
- Other duties as assigned by House Manager
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of 1 year in human services or health care required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems
- Clean criminal, motor vehicle and Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services background checks
- Valid driver’s license, 100,000/300,000 liability insurance and reliable vehicle.
- Ability to work independently, as part of a team, or in a group setting to increase the skills of the individuals we serve and their quality of life in the community.
- Demonstrate a strong emphasis on Customer Service skills, both to our clients and all staff
- Moore Center Services, Inc. considers it in the best interest of the clients we serve that the ability to speak, read and write English are essential functions of all positions.
- Maintain a positive attitude including the use of positive language while working with the individuals we serve and team members.
- Ability to individualize the supports needed for the individuals we serve.
- Ability to work with a variety of the individuals we serve on a daily basis.
- Ability to successfully complete the MOAB 1 and 2 trainings.
- Ability to successfully complete medication training if applicable.
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and daily assignments
Salary : $19 - $21