High-Level Description:

　　Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are an extremely important role in our company as they work directly with our individuals, ensuring they can lead their best lives and can be successful in both our Residential and Vocational settings. DSPs report to either a Residential Program Manager or Vocational Manager, depending on placement, and the role has advancement opportunities to increase responsibilities and pay.

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　Individuals Direct Care/Oversight:

　　Ensure the needs of the individuals are met consistently and in accordance with the individuals’ plan so they can live their best lives. This includes but is not limited to medical / behavioral appointments, job skills /vocational needs, daily living skills, financial, transportation, etc.

　　Maintain and update individuals’ plans as needed in accordance with state and agency requirements

　　Responsible for daily housekeeping tasks and daily upkeep of the individual’s home and/ or work environment

　　Provide safe transportation of individual(s). Ensure agency vehicles are maintained and required documentation is completed timely

　　Administer medication and implement delegated responsibilities ordered by licensed medical personnel (Med Certification Required

　　Business Partner Relationships and Communications:

　　Communicate regularly to management team on individual’s performance, successes, and issues

　　Actively participate on the Interdisciplinary Team which is focused on development and implementation of the Individual Plan for the individuals entrusted to our care

　　Partner with other DSPs and administrative team members to share expertise and insights

　　Identify and participate in projects / initiatives that contribute to long-term excellence and individuals’ growth

　　Develop understanding of the workings of each department that interact with individuals

　　Required Trainings and Certifications:

　　This position requires specific training requirements / certifications that must be always maintained including but not limited to:

　　DDS Med Certification (within first 6 months of employment)

　　CPR

　　PMT

　　Human Rights and Neglect

　　Attendance at Mandatory Staff Meetings

　　Other Position Related Information:

　　This position is considered essential staff and is critical towards the care of our individuals

　　This position has physical demands associated including: o Standing,walking,andsitting

　　o Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds)

　　This position may require employees to work outside

　　Qualifications

　　Competencies Required:

　　Desire to ensure the greater good for our individuals

　　Resourcefulness / problem-solving

　　abilities

　　Demonstrates respect

　　Ability to work • independently and as

　　a team member

　　Strong Verbal and Written Communication skills

　　Results-oriented Accountability

　　Strong sense of accountability

　　Timeliness/punctuality

　　Qualifications:

　　Knowledge and understanding of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities

　　Must be at least 18 years old

　　High School diploma or GED

　　Valid Driver's License

　　Must be able to successfully demonstrate and use smartphones, tablets, and computers