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DSP

1 day ago

Atlanta

Job DescriptionSalary: $10-$12 Hourly DSP) DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL are people who work directly with individuals who have physical and/or intellectual disabilities with the aim of assisting the individual to become integrated into his/her community in the least restrictive environment. A DSP also acts as an advocate for the disabled individual, in communicating their needs, self-expression and goals. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB • Ability to perform First Aid/CPR., • Ability to observe and assess the needs of individuals., • Ability to maintain information in a confidential manner., • Ability to speak clearly and express oneself effectively in English., • Ability to read and comprehend instructions written in English., • Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task work assignments., • Ability to learn and apply positive methods to modify behavior., • Ability to facilitate groups and/ provide individual skill instruction., • Ability to write legibly in English in a clear, concise, and logical manner., • Ability to understand and relate to persons with intellectual disabilities., • Ability to apply the principles of Everyday Lives and Self Determination., • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in field location assignments., • Ability to maintain professional and respectful interaction with individuals and co-workers., • Knowledge and the ability to utilize good listening skills & comprehend verbal instructions given in English., • Knowledge of acceptable social, work, and interpersonal behavior., • Knowledge of basic computer skills required. DUTIES OF DIRECT SUPPORT STAFF include, but are not limited to: • Provides personal care and protective oversight andsupervision., • Provide services, supports, care and treatment and/or supervision asrequired., • Participates in the development and implementation of each (ISP) Individuals Support Plan., • Provides supervision as determined in the (ISP) Individuals Support Plans., • Adheres to Department of Human Resources Office of Regulatory Services, requirements., • Responsible for individuals work related personal and financial transactions., • Ensures that the facility or home is safe, comfortable, well maintained, and free from hazards., • Provides coverage in emergency situations., • Performs other duties as assigned., • Assesses and documents instructional needs initially and on an ongoing basis., • Ensures individuals health, safety and welfare, enhances the quality of individuals lives, andsupports communityinclusion., • Provides direct assistance to the participant in self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills training, retention andimprovement., • Implements the behavioral support plans of participants to reduce inappropriate and/or maladaptive behaviors and to acquire alternative adaptive skills andbehaviors., • Provides assistance and training on independent community living skills, such as personal hygiene, light housework, laundry, meal preparation, transportation, grocery shopping, using the telephone, and medication and money management., • Provides direct assistance in teaching such concepts as rule compliance, attendance, task completion, problem solving, endurance, work speed, work accuracy, increased attention span, motor skills, and safety to groups ofparticipants., • Provides direct assistance in training appropriate social interaction skills required in the workplace to groups ofparticipants., • Provides participant-specific assistance, such as assistance with personal care and self-administration of medications., • Implements the behavioral support plans of participants to reduce inappropriate and/or maladaptive behaviors and to acquire alternative adaptive skills andbehaviors., • Participates in the implementing of all program plans designed to enhance the individuals social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and independent living skills., • Completes and updates all daily, weekly and monthly records, reports, logs, casework notes, administrative paperwork, fiscal reports, and medical records in an accurate, timely, and professional manner., • Collaborates and cooperates with involved agencies, family members, and other service providers; participates in meetings and provides relevant information., • Transports individuals in personal and/or company vehicle for community outings or scheduled appointments., • Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations., • Utilizes community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence. COMPETENCY[Education, Credentials, and Experience] • High school diploma or General Education Development (GED)., • Professional License ifapplicable., • Pass State PCA CompetencyTest if diploma is unavailable., • The knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the functions of this position. EXPECTATIONS • Must be able to drive passenger vehicle if applicable., • Must have an annual Negative test results for TB Skin Test., • Must have the ability to obtain clearances as defined by regulations., • Must be able to work flexible hours to meet individuals and programs needs., • Must be able to travel to trainings/meetings upon request of program director., • Must have a valid drivers license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individual to appointments., • Must be able to accompany individuals into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions in the community while maintaining sensitivity to the rights and dignity of the individual., • Must have an annual (Physical) health examination with signed statement from a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant that you are free of communicable disease.

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