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Job Details: Direct Support Professional (Dsp)

Job Type	In Person
Employment Type	Full Time
Industry	Healthcare
Job Description	Provide direct care services in the private homes of individuals/ Community with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and/or other disabilities; Provide training and/or assistance with activities of daily living, to include but not limited to: bathing, toileting, preparing meals, hygiene, housekeeping, etc. Coordinate appointments. Accompany on community outings/events/recreational activities. Implements the Individual Service Plans (ISP). Assures health and safety in the home and/or community. Makes recommendations based on the participant’s needs. Completes documentation.** High School Diploma or GED or 5 to 8 years of documented and verifiable experience working in the Human Service or Medical Field.* One to six months experience working with persons with disabilities in a group home, day support, hospital, treatment center, community or nursing home setting (preferred).* Knowledge of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD), mental health and/or other developmental disabilities* Demonstrated skill in working with adults and/or children with disabilities.* Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of participants served.* *Good oral and written communication skills to include using computer and mobile devices as a Team Member Ability to perform simple math skills.* Ability to implement and follow policies and procedures.* Ability to participate in meetings with other professionals.* Knowledge of simple nursing care, first aid, behavior management, personal care, hygiene and environmental hygiene.* Ability to teach participants eating, bathing, dressing, grooming and other self care skills.* Ability to participate in treatment planning, implement ISP and complete proper documentation.* Ability to observe, record and properly report participant’s behavior, attitude, physical condition and emergency incident.* Ability to maintain effective working relationships with participants, family members and professional contacts.
Key Responsibilities	Provide direct care services in the private homes of individuals/ Community with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and/or other disabilities; Provide training and/or assistance with activities of daily living, to include but not limited to: bathing, toileting, preparing meals, hygiene, housekeeping, etc. Coordinate appointments. Accompany on community outings/events/recreational activities. Implements the Individual Service Plans (ISP). Assures health and safety in the home and/or community. Makes recommendations based on the participant’s needs. Completes documentation.** High School Diploma or GED or 5 to 8 years of documented and verifiable experience working in the Human Service or Medical Field.* One to six months experience working with persons with disabilities in a group home, day support, hospital, treatment center, community or nursing home setting (preferred).* Knowledge of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD), mental health and/or other developmental disabilities* Demonstrated skill in working with adults and/or children with disabilities.* Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of participants served.* *Good oral and written communication skills to include using computer and mobile devices as a Team Member Ability to perform simple math skills.* Ability to implement and follow policies and procedures.* Ability to participate in meetings with other professionals.* Knowledge of simple nursing care, first aid, behavior management, personal care, hygiene and environmental hygiene.* Ability to teach participants eating, bathing, dressing, grooming and other self care skills.* Ability to participate in treatment planning, implement ISP and complete proper documentation.* Ability to observe, record and properly report participant’s behavior, attitude, physical condition and emergency incident.* Ability to maintain effective working relationships with participants, family members and professional contacts.
Education Level	High School Diploma/GED
Required Certifications or Licenses
Optional Certifications or Licenses
Skills and Experience	a Minimum of 6 months experience is preferred.\\if candidate does not have the minimal experience they may consider the agency's Apprenticeship program
Benefits	Flexible schedule opportunities \Paid sick time\Paid time off\Professional development resourcing\Referral program