Direct Support Professional

** Core Responsibilities & Essential Job Functions
*** Support participants to achieve the highest level of independence possible in pursuit of their definition of a “good life.”
* Provide input and implement the participant’s Individual Plan.
* Follow organizational guidelines to promote the participant’s health and safety.
* Monitor, respond to and report issues of concern to the Case Coordinator or other supervisor.
* Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities (toileting, dressing, feeding, etc.) as needed, while respecting the participant’s privacy and confidentiality.
* Accurately complete all participant-related data and documentation by the assigned deadline via a web-based platform.
* Accurately submit timesheets, leave requests, required credentialing documents, work related training and other required paperwork by the assigned deadline via the Family of Company’s (FoC) web-based platforms.
* Attend and participate in department meetings and training as required.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Assist in maintaining a clean, hygienic, and safe environment.
* Respond appropriately and immediately to emergencies as defined in the Family of Companies (FoC) Operational procedures.
* Report any safety concerns to the Program Manager or other supervisor.
* Handle multiple tasks, adhere to deadlines, and process urgent projects while paying attention to detail.
* Other duties as assigned.
** Qualifications
* * Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent to:
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* High School diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent
** Knowledge &

Skills:

*** Exercise patience and understanding working with participants of many skill levels and individual needs.
* Be culturally respectful while working with an ethnically, linguistically, and economically diverse population.
* Communicate effectively (verbally and written), and read, using the primary language within the workplace.
* Exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment as required by HIPPA.
* Be committed to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgment, flexibility, and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
* Operating knowledge of a computer, iPad or tablet, applications and software, standard office equipment and Microsoft (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Must be able to use an iPhone or work cell phone if applicable.
* Ability to work comfortably with individuals at all levels within the organization
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* Physical Requirements:

**** Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting when working with participants.
* Responsive to audio and visual cues from participants and their families, other staff members, and the environment
* Work calmly during behavioral and health-related incidents.
* Use logic and reasoning for anticipating future needs, goals, and events.
* Stand or sit for extended periods of time, stand for up to 6-8 hours a day.
* Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and loading materials up to and including 50lbs.
* Aid during transfers when applicable. Some participants may require the use of a Hoyer lift for transfers.
* Frequent driving (to and from office, the community, and participants’ homes) when applicable.
* Work at participants’ homes, community settings, and ESH facility, depending on assignment.
*** CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
**** Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The People & Performance Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
* Reliable transportation needed.* (For locations where driving is required) Must have a valid…