Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary : The Direct Support Professional, under the supervision of the residential manager, provides direct care to individuals with intellectual and / or developmental disabilities in residential and / or program settings, and assists and inspires individuals to attend to their personal daily living needs and develop the vocational, nutrition, social and personal skills necessary to achieve the highest possible level of independence in the least-restrictive environment.

The tasks and activities performed by a Direct Support Professional depend on the abilities and needs of the individuals being served and the setting to which a position is assigned. Therefore, a Direct Support Professional may provide direct care services and supports including but not limited to those described below.

RESPONSBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of service and support plans based on individuals' preferences, needs, and interests.
• Observes and documents individuals' behavior and responses to programs, support services, and treatments.
• Participates in treatment team meetings, communicates and discusses observations, and may suggest alternative programs and services based on individuals' personal pr eferences.
• Helps individuals lead richer lives, participate in the community and recreation programs that strengthen life skills, and develop and maintain positive relationships with peers, family members, and others in the community.
• Assists in teaching and reinforcing social skills and acceptable means of dissipating frustration or anger and resolving conflicts and acts as a role model for positive behavior.
• Encourages individuals to participate in social, recreational, and leisure activities; and organizes, participates in, and / or supervises such activities.
• Transports and / or arranges for the transportation of individuals to social events and accompanies individuals to community activities.
• Supports individuals' career, education, and / or employment goals; and may assist in developing educational and vocational skills according to service plans.
• Helps individuals keep track of their finances and assists with banking and financial transactions.
• Supports individuals' health and wellness, and safety in everyday situations.
• Assists and / or instructs individuals in performing personal care and hygiene tasks, such as bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, dental care, nutrition, and daily living activities.
• Teaches individuals basic food preparation, safety, and sanitation skills; supervises and assists in meal planning, food selection, and preparation activities; and feeds or assists in feedings individuals who require assistance.
• May administer medications and basic treatments as prescribed; observe and monitor individuals in the self-administration of medication; and take and record individuals' temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rates, and weight.
• Monitors and reports significant changes in health status or concerns.
• Accompanies individuals to medical, dental, and health-related appointments.
• Responds to and assists in crisis and emergency situations following established guidelines, procedures, and first aid techniques.
• Maintains and ensures a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for individuals.
• Performs, assists, and / or instructs individuals in routine housekeeping, cleaning, and minor maintenance tasks.
• Monitors and maintains household supplies and inventories.
• Teaches and reinforces fire and safety procedures to individuals; and maintains basic fire and safety equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Company Description

EIHAB Human Services is a multilingual, multicultural nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. We believe every human being deserves the chance to succeed. Through high quality, compassionate care, we aim to help physically, and mentally challenged individuals lead fulfilling, productive lives.

Company Description

EIHAB Human Services is a multilingual, multicultural nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. We believe every human being deserves the chance to succeed. Through high quality, compassionate care, we aim to help physically, and mentally challenged individuals lead fulfilling, productive lives.