Direct Support Professional for Complex Needs

Job Description

The position for which a person is hired by description will include the general hours that a person can expect to work. This in no way guarantees that these will be the sole hours or days that a staff will always work. Demands of the individuals or needs of the Agency that result in alterations of the schedule that employees work will be met first.

Hours and schedule may change due to the needs of the agency. Any changes in schedule or hours, or overtime must be approved by supervisor or designee.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

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Lakeshore Community Services is a leading provider of support and care for individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental illness. Our mission is to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives by providing compassionate and personalized support services.

Join our team as a Per Diem, Direct Support Professional (DSP), specializing in supporting an individual with an intellectual disability and mental health diagnoses. This unique role involves providing intensive care and support to an individual with complex needs. Candidates should be prepared for challenging situations and be committed to making a meaningful difference in this individual's life. Flexible hours including weekends and evenings are required.

Hourly rate plus stipend will be $22-24/hr., depending on shift worked.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Complete all direct care responsibilities including cooking, cleaning, daily hygiene, the individuals' activities, and medications administration.

Assist and/or instruct individuals in activities of daily living (meal prep, housecleaning, grocery shopping, laundry and general maintenance); self-care skills (bathing, dressing, personal hygiene skills); safety skills and pre-vocational skills when appropriate.

Complete individual assessment as assigned by House Manager/Program Specialist.

Ensure Individual Support Plans (ISPs) are implemented as written.

As directed by the House Manager/Program Specialist, complete monthly and quarterly reviews of ISPs, and assist in reviewing all ISPs on a quarterly basis, noting both progress and problems, and provides input into the appropriateness of each goal, or the possible need for revision.

As directed by the House Manager/Program Specialist, attend individual medical, dental, financial, psychiatric and other appointments as directed. Documents the results of each appointment on appropriate forms

Act as a role model for individuals and others in appropriate dress and behavior.

Ensure and safeguard confidential treatment of consumer Protected Health Information in written, oral and electronic form maintained and obtained during your work with Lakeshore Community Services, Inc. Share information gained in your relationship with a consumer with only those appropriate persons specifically concerned with the consumer and for the purpose of carrying out treatment, payment, or health care operations.

Demonstrate flexibility to perform direct care duties wherever necessary within the program, including open shifts at alternate locations as directed.

Third-shift and weekend staff will follow detailed notes and assignments from House Manager/Program Specialist. After performing each task, Direct Support Professional will initial third-shift and weekend cleaning logs.

Perform all other related duties within the scope of the position as needed.

Attend in-service training sessions as required.

In cooperation with the individual, ensures all medication is dispensed and logged according to Community Residential Facility (CRF) procedures. Ensure medication is refilled one week before it is emptied.

Assist individuals in scheduling, attending and participating in recreational activities.

Assist individuals in developing age-appropriate hobbies for personal and leisure time.

Ensure that the atmosphere at the CRF is supportive and helpful.

Ensure that each individual receives all the specialized services available to meet his/her needs.

Ensure that residents receive either formal informal counseling during times of personal need and stress.

Note and consider all comments and suggestions made by the BSU Case Manager during monitoring visits and communicate information to Program Manager (PM) or Program Director (PD).

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Perform all duties in accordance with agency policies as required by appropriate licensing regulations.

Maintain a professional and appropriate level of communication with family/guardians, day program staff, advocates, and support services personnel. Use appropriate agency procedures for reporting concerns and/or complaints.

Maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external sources.

Notify the appropriate Waiver Residential Administrative staff of problems concerning individuals.

Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable finding or concerns. Utilize appropriate agency procedures for reporting concerns and/or complaints

Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

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