Job Description
Job Description
Description :
The Sponsored Residential DSP provides services to adults with developmental disabilities in the sponsor DSP’s home. The Sponsored Residential DSP ensures that they, their home, and their backup staff maintain compliance with the office of licensing and human rights under the Department for Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDS), DMAS, and others as required.
Additionally, the role is expected to ensure that services are aligned with Heart Havens’ mission and values. The Sponsored Residential DSP is expected to demonstrate person-centered skills, values, and attitudes in their communication, documentation, and support provided to the residents. Passion for and the desire to work with people with developmental disabilities is key to success in this position.
Requirements :
- This is an independent contractor position.
Education and Experience : High school diploma or GED preferred. 6 months previous direct support experience required.
Required Skills :
Ability to understand and follow service requirementsAbility to manage time to successfully complete job dutiesAbility to interact and communicate with individuals exhibiting a variety of characteristicsAbility to perform First-Aid, behavior management interventions, and medication managementAbility to support residents with Activities of Daily LivingAbility to observe, record and report residents’ behavior, attitude and physical conditionAbility to write objective and accurate daily notes that capture support offered and given to residentsAbility to safely operate and maintain adaptive equipment and assistive technologyAbility to carry out the physical requirements of assisting and lifting individuals, as necessaryMust understand and respect residents Human Rights and be able treat them with dignity at all timesMust be able to follow the policies and procedures of Heart Havens to maintain compliance with state and federal regulationsMust be able to demonstrate abilities that improve or maintain the health and wellness of those they support.Must have verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with residents, coworkers, and family membersMust model Heart Havens’ mission and values in daily actionsMust have proficient typing and computer skillsMust be able to safely drive individuals where they want to goMust maintain required certifications : Therapeutic Options (TOVA), Medication Administration, and First Aid / CPR / AEDEssential Functions :
Provides support to residents as outlined in their ISPs, Residential Plan for Supports, and other relevant supportplans (e.g. Behavior support plan)
Understands and supports residents according to their health protocols and health related support instructionsProvides residents with appropriate supervision when working in the program and never leaves resident alone inthe home or in the community unless written in their individualized support plan
Supports residents with their Activities of Daily Living to the level needed for their successEncourages residents to engage with others, increase independence, and participate in meaningful activities athome and in the community
Encourages and support residents’ individual choice in their day-to-day lives and respects their choicesAdministers medications according to organizational procedures and the 6 Rights of Medication AdministrationUses customer service skills when interacting with residents, families, case managers, medical professionals, etc.Completes accurate and timely daily documentation to include but not limited to ISP Notes and T-LogsMaintains information in the individual's records, ensures individuals are treated respectfully and maintainsconfidentiality regarding personal and health information
Identifies and responds to changing health conditions of the residents by obtaining immediate care andsubmitting documentation that reflects that care
Notifies program leadership of incidents, behavioral changes, medical updates, and important messages (e.g.phone messages)
Completes incident reports (General Event Reports) in a timely manner and seeks guidance as neededFollows dietary recommendations, food preparation orders during meal preparation, anddocuments any menu changes
Documents individual choice and preferences in documentationEnsures inclusion occurs within the communitySupports residents with making purchasesParticipates in routine emergency drillsAdheres to Heart Havens policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook, and Policies andProcedures Manual
Responds to emergency situations according to policy and procedurePerforms other job-related duties as assigned