DSP; Community Living Services Job Peoria area,Illinois USA,Healthcare

Position: DSP (Community Living Services)

Brief Description

Supporting individuals in a group home setting.
Provide natural learning opportunities.
Assist in leisure activities such as exercise, reading, etc.
Provide additional support for an aging population.
Engage in meaningful activities such as cultivating social, life, & sensory skills.
Assist with daily living and personal care (bathing, cooking, eating, cleaning, etc.).
Escort individuals on outings - to appointments, sporting or entertainment events, church, or EP!

C activities, etc.

Brief Description

Supporting individuals in a group home setting.
Provide natural learning opportunities.
Assist in leisure activities such as exercise, reading, etc.
Provide additional support for an aging population.
Engage in meaningful activities such as cultivating social, life, & sensory skills.
Assist with daily living and personal care (bathing, cooking, eating, cleaning, etc.).
Escort individuals on outings - to appointments, sporting or entertainment events, church, or EP!

C activities, etc.

Community Living Services Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Could be 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift (Depending on Open Available Positions) – Must be Able to Work Every Other Weekend. This DSP position has a set schedule every week. All DSP positions require a High School Diploma or GED. This DSP position candidate must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable/insured vehicle.

Supporting individuals in a group home setting.
Provide natural learning opportunities.
Assist in leisure activities such as exercise, reading, etc.
Provide additional support for an aging population.
Engage in meaningful activities such as cultivating social, life, & sensory skills.
Assist with daily living and personal care (bathing, cooking, eating, cleaning, etc.).
Escort individuals on outings - to appointments, sporting or entertainment events, church, or EP!

C activities, etc.

Position Objective:
Provides services and supports to individuals in all environments according to each person-centered plan. Recognizes natural learning opportunities and uses those to teach independent living skills, enhancing individuals’ independence. To maintain the individual’s home within established standards, including health and safety guidelines, protection of individual rights, and fiscal parameters. Will follow Rule 50, Dept. of Human Services Rule 115, Rule 116, Rule 119, Rule 120, and any other relevant regulatory guidelines.

Essential

Duties/Responsibilities

Mission, Vision, and Values

To support the philosophy of the agency mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
Manage all responsibilities based on the agency mission, using individual choice and all appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.
To conduct oneself in a manner that reflects the highest standards of professional courtesy and ethical practices to people served, staff, guardians, families, and all outside contacts.

Assistance to (if appropriate)

Staff Supervision (if appropriate)

Program/Department Development and Coordination

Advocates for individuals through knowledge of personal references, protection from abuse and neglect or other rights violations, and supporting the development of personal relationships.
As a mandated reported, ensure allegations
Assist the individuals in striving toward independence in accordance with goals and objectives in the Personal Plan on the individualized Service Plan
of abuse, neglect, and exploitation are reported as required by EP!

C policy and government regulation
When necessary, assist individuals with personal needs such as transferring, toileting, eating and grooming
Delivers services and supports as outlined in everyone’s Person-Centered Plan ensuring that activities and supports reflect individual preferences.
Assists individuals in maintaining…