Job Description
Job Description
Direct Support Staff
Responsibilities include :
- Work directly with individuals with developmental disabilities to help them become independent, integrated and live meaningful lives as part of the community.
- Assist individuals with their daily living activities
- Support individuals’ activities and encourage healthy attitudes and behaviors that enhance societal inclusion
- Advocate for the individual, helping them communicate their needs, self-expression and personal goals
- Encourage community participation
- Work directly with individuals on the activities and goals stated in their ISP’s, with the goal of achieving their stated outcome(s)
- Transport and accompany individuals to outings, community activities, volunteer sites, etc.
- Administer medications in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Be sensitive to the psychological needs, concerns and whereabouts of individuals under their care, treating them with respect and giving them choices.
- Attend mandated trainings and professional development sessions
- Attend re-trainings, as determined by their supervisor
- Learning the contents of each individual’s file
- Complete mandated documentation and progress notes in a timely manner
- Communicate effectively with team members and families
- Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the supervisor
- Knowing when to reach out to the supervisor for assistance
- Direct support staff report to the Day Habilitation Coordinator
- Follow all regulatory requirements of the Day Habilitation Program
Requirements and Skills :
Must be 18 years of age or olderMust have a high school diploma or equivalentMust be physically able to support individuals with their needsSuccessful clearance of background checks, including Driver’s AbstractBasic computer skills preferredPowered by JazzHR
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