DE - State - Homes - Lead DSP

Overview

The Direct Support Professional – Lead DSP (LDSP) serves as the point person at the community home for care-related and documentation-related assistance and expertise. This position will lead by example and help ensure that the home is running smoothly and efficiently while assisting the Program Manager.

Ken Crest – A Premier Employer Do you have a special skill and passion for supporting people? Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone? Join the Ken Crest team to fulfill your "WHY" and enjoy a generous benefits package! We offer eligible employees:

• Life/AD&D
• Disability
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off

Please see the Ken Crest website for additional details.

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• Act as liaison between Program Manager, individuals, and Direct Support Professional (DSP) staff on scheduled shift.
• Provide expertise and direction to DSP staff on shift concerning the care of the individuals (mentor).
• Assist Program Manager with the following, but not limited to: obtaining receipts, paperwork, documentation, house maintenance, vehicle maintenance, client funds, scheduling appointments, reviewing staff training, etc.
• Other duties as assigned including possible administrative support duties.

• Assist individuals with household management, including shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and all other household chores. The DSP is responsible for performing these duties in cases where the individuals do not participate. In these cases, however, the DSP should involve the individual as much as possible so individuals can feel ownership of their lives and home.
• Provide well-balanced, nutritious meals, following any established diet plans and/or feeding protocols as outlined in the Individual ISP or Nursing Protocol.
• Assist, guide, support, and perform (as necessary) personal hygiene care, including bathing and toileting individuals who need assistance with these tasks.
• Provide instruction, guidance, and support in self-help skills, social skills, and community integration.
• Assist individuals in making informed choices, trying new experiences, developing relationships, and becoming self-advocates. This includes empowering individuals to make their own decisions and maintaining their rights.

• Follow established procedures for vehicle and household maintenance, including submitting maintenance requests and performing maintenance tasks as directed.
• Complete forms and reports as directed by the Program Manager, including entries in the daily log book. This includes ensuring medical visit forms, medical data, and behavioral data forms are correctly maintained.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with individuals, co-workers, families, internal, and external stakeholders such as doctors, nurses, supports coordinators etc.
• Administer medications to individuals accurately and in accordance with policies, procedures, medical, and/or behavioral protocols.
• Implement Outcomes as documented in the Ken Crest Assessment and/or Individual ISP, along with medical plans and behavior management programs, and record data as required.
• Transport individuals to appointments, jobs, day programs, and any other community outings, adhering to all vehicle and driving procedures and regulations. In addition, must know any specific individual safety protocols along with adhering to the Ken Crest vehicle policy including GPS tracking.
• Accurately record time in Ken Crest time and attendance system.

• Maintain supervision of the individual in accordance with the ISP and any ratio supervision required.
• Responsible for the maintenance of health for the individuals Ken Crest supports, including monitoring for signs and symptoms of illness and emotional or behavioral concerns. In addition, must adhere strictly to any medical or behavioral protocols.
• Act immediately and appropriately in an emergency, including calling emergency units, administering CPR or First Aid, or transporting individuals to emergency services.
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain a safe, healthy environment for individuals and co-workers.
• Complete all required training within established timelines. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Identify and report concerning individual behavior to Program Manager with analysis of preceding conditions that may have contributed.
• Inform Program Manager of potential changes to the individual support plan that could increase the individual’s independence and quality of life.

• 1-3 years of direct care experience working in the IDD or health related field
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Clear criminal record, background checks, and drug test in accordance with state requirements
• Ability to pass all…