Direct Support Professional

Job Highlights

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Responsibilities

• Promote good hygiene and grooming for residents.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, showering, toileting, shaving, dental & nail care, etc.).
• Administer and supervise the residents in taking of medications and treatments and record those activities under the direction of a nurse.
• Maintain, record, and review required documentation regarding the personal progress and skill development of each resident and provide recommendations regarding the residents to the Program Coordinator.
• Implement and document interventions as prescribed by the Individual Services Plan (ISP), Program Coordinator.
• Transport residents to and from activities outside the home. May represent them at support services, including medical appointments, in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Responsible for the security, domestic chores, and light maintenance tasks; both inside and outside the home. Provide guidance and assistance to the residents in the completion of household chores.
• Advise maintenance staff of any needed repairs that cannot be done by the on-site staff.
• Maintain the facility food non food inventories.
• Promptly report major unusual incidents to the Manager or member on the Administration Team, and accurately complete an Unusual Incident Report (UIR).
• Will become and remain aware of Open Hands of Caring Penn Foundation Policies and Procedures; as well as federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and ordinances.

Qualifications

Required

• Meets DSP job and skill requirements, job related attributes, and values.
• Capable of exercising good judgement, acting responsible, receiving feedback, and guidance.
• English literacy and communication skills.
• Fulfills all appropriate orientation and training.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Age 18 years or older (under 21 are non-drivers).
• United States citizen or legal immigrant.
• Valid Ohio Drivers license with 4 or less points.
• Ability to pass a drug test (must be completed before the start date of orientation).
• Satisfactory ability to lift up-to 50 pounds, transfer client safely, complete household choirs, and respond quickly to emergencies.
• Satisfactory visual and auditory surveillance, alertness, stamina, and dexterity.
• Desire to work with individuals with disabilities in a caring environment.