Direct Support Professional (DSP) Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Support Professional – FULL TIME

Job Summary :  These positions provide training and active treatment for clients, maintain a safe, secure, and normalizing environment, provide routine care, and maintain a clean and orderly environment.

Lake City

Full Time

6 am- 2 pm, 40 hours per week

7 am – 3 pm, 40 hours per week

2 pm – 10 pm, 40 hours per week

3 pm – 11 pm, 40 hours per week

Rockwell City

Full Time

2 pm – 10 pm, 40 hours per week

6 am- 2 pm, 40 hours per week

DSP Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide active treatment through the involvement of clients / consumers in structured and leisure activities.
• Encourage participation in activities of daily living to the full extent of the client’s / consumer’s capabilities.
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams as assigned.
• Implement and document the Individual Program Plan (IPP) as directed by the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Inform Senior Counselors promptly of all changes in the client’s status, behavior, and / or response to programming.
• Implement health care as directed by Health Services.
• Notify Health Services of any significant changes in the client’s health status.
• Maintain the safety of clients / consumers through established safety procedures.
• Administer emergency first aid.
• Provide therapies according to departmental guidelines.
• Assist with regular bathing, dressing, tooth brushing, toileting, and other personal hygiene routines according to the client’s / consumer’s level of independence.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and home-like environment by following established cleaning schedules.
• Provide opportunities for clients / consumers to take part in routine housekeeping duties according to the client’s level of independence.
• Inform the Senior Counselor of any mechanical breakdowns or environmental hazards.
• Serve as an advocate for client / consumer rights.
• Maintain flexibility of schedules to provide adequate coverage.
• Assist in ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the organization by performing all duties as assigned by the supervisor / manager.
• Maintain professional competency by participating in continuing education, in-services, and personal growth experiences.
• Protect the privacy of clients / consumers and staff by maintaining the confidentiality of records and personal information and follow all policies and procedures under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works in a changing environment that adjusts to the needs of the individuals being served. The environment may be fast-paced with interruptions, distractions, and deadlines. Must be flexible and be able to adjust to changing needs or activities. Depending on the needs of the individuals, the work can be physically demanding including transferring or supporting people with mobility needs, lifting or moving items over 50 pounds, walking or standing for extended periods of time, or providing support through CPR / First Aid, behavioral support, and other interventions. The noise level is usually mild to moderate.

DSP Qualifications :

Benefits :   We offer a competitive salary & an excellent benefits package!

Affordable Health Insurance, Flexible Savings Account, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Free Life, 6 Paid Holidays with an Additional Floating Holiday, Generous Paid Personal and Sick Leave, Paid Maternity / Adoption Leave, Education Reimbursement, & 401(K) with an employer match.