Direct Support Professional DSP
Job Description
Job Description
About The Foundation for Independent Living, Inc. (FIL) :
We are a private, not-for-profit, community-based program for adults with varying cognitive disabilities and developmental delays.
We are a long-term residential living program for adults who are ready to navigate the world with their differences. We offer a unique and rewarding opportunity for adults to thrive independently.
Since 1985, FIL became a program which could enhance individual’s journey through the adult world; a place they could proudly call home.
What we’re looking for
The Resident Support Professional will be responsible for guiding their residents through all aspects of life while encouraging independence.
The ideal fit will have a compassion for adults with cognitive disabilities and developmental delays, high energy with a positive attitude, and is unflappable in highly stressful situations.
Required Skills
- Experience in care for adults with IDD
- Strong communication skills
- De-escalation and conflict resolution skills
- Must possess patience
- Must be able to remain calm in highly stressful situations
- Must be adaptable and flexible with an evolving work environment
- Strong basic technology skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
What you’ll do
- Work directly with your team of residents of FIL and guide them through life and social skills
- Create a weekly schedule for your team of residents to ensure they are properly prepared for each week
- Assist with creating a healthy balanced menu and going grocery shopping
- Train how to properly keep apartment tidy and clean, including how to use cleaning supplies and appliances
- Train how to properly do laundry including washing, drying, folding and putting away
- Conduct apartment checks once or multiple times a week to continue training or ensure apartment is clean, tidy, all appliances are in proper working order and there are no unsafe conditions.
- Mentor and guide residents in social interactions encouraging healthy relationships
- Execute activities planned for the weekend
- Assist in activities planned for enrichment
- Assist with dining room set up / clean up and meal distribution
- Assist with transportation as needed
- Updates and maintains forms on a daily basis and communicates issues and successes to other RSPs and related personnel
Qualifications
Required
o 3+ years schooling and / or experience with adults with IDD
o High school or equivalent
o Valid Driver’s License
o 3+ years schooling and / or experience with adults with IDD
o Must meet all background checks and MVR
Preferred
o Special Education Degree (or related field)
o Behavioral Health : 1 year
o CPR / FA
Company Description
The Foundation for Independent Living is a private, not-for-profit, community-based program for adults with varying cognitive disabilities and developmental delays.
Located in beautiful South Florida, this long-term residential living program is the ideal destination for young adults who are ready to navigate the world with their differences.
Offering a unique and rewarding opportunity for adults to achieve their highest level of independence, FIL is truly the perfect transition for those seeking to thrive independently.
Founded in 1985, FIL became a program which could enhance individual’s journey into the adult world; a place they could proudly call home.
Company Description
The Foundation for Independent Living is a private, not-for-profit, community-based program for adults with varying cognitive disabilities and developmental delays.
Located in beautiful South Florida, this long-term residential living program is the ideal destination for young adults who are ready to navigate the world with their differences.
Offering a unique and rewarding opportunity for adults to achieve their highest level of independence, FIL is truly the perfect transition for those seeking to thrive independently.
Founded in 1985, FIL became a program which could enhance individual’s journey into the adult world; a place they could proudly call home.
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