Direct Support Professional Position for Intellectual Disabilities Day Program

Job Responsibilities and Duties: Develops and maintains quality services and engaging activities that meet the individual’s needs. Assists and supervises consumers with activities of daily living such as dressing, eating, bathing and toileting (including diaper changes). Observes and reports to supervisor/administrator any unusual changes in client behavior that may require medical or psychological intervention. Observes, identifies and reports to supervisor/administrator any early signs of illness that may require medical intervention Assists with dispensing and documentation of medications as needed. Ability to lift, push, carry up to 75 pounds or more. Transferring/lifting of the client to and from chair, bed, vehicle, toilet, bathing, etc... without limitations. Perform program related housework when such activities are related to the supported living of the person and cannot be performed by him or herself alone due to a health, disability or age limitation. Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment which includes ensuring the room is cleaned and sanitized daily. Ensure that the client receives professional, quality services in a safe and meaningful manner. Enforce policies and provide feedback to ensure the highest quality and delivery of services. Ensure compliance with organizational policies and those among state and federal regulations. Identify needs and strengths of each client and develop a plan to address challenging behaviors. Will be thoroughly familiar with the Individual Program Plan of each client under their care. Will maintain current progress notes and will finish all documentation daily. Will perform basic medical treatment (first aid) as needed. Will have the ability to exercise mature judgment and relate to clients and staff in a warm, caring and non-expletive way. Remain in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Act in a professional manner with staff, peers, and superiors at all times. Perform Emergency Drills.