Direct Support Professional DSP P15-00004

Job Description

Salary: $18.00/hr

PAID TRAINING

Days/

Hours:

Fri 6:30am-2:30pm, Sat 7:00am-2:30pm Total: 15.5 hrs/wk

General

Summary:

Performs duties as delegated by Program Manager in licensed community residential facility for persons with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health.

Some duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency depending on the program.

• Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.
• Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.
• Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.
• Medication Administration
• Assist in organizing and participating in leisure/recreation activities.
• Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.
• Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.
• Follow Agency policy and procedures.
• To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (as per program requirements)
• 18 years or older – 21 years or older Personal Care Homes
• Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and able to be insured on company policy

• Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment.
• Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as transferring individuals for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.
• Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED/ First Aid.
• Properly perform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25 lbs.
• Candidate will behave in a professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meetings.
• Unconventional Schedules;
  Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24/7, 365 days per year.
• Basic computer skills.
• Maintain annual required training hours for position.

EOE