Direct Support Professional (Springfield, IL)
hace 6 meses
Springfield
Job DescriptionSalary: Position Summary To achieve a community-integrated and enriched lifestyle based on values of individual self-worth, dignity, equality, and respect for adults with developmental disabilities. To assist individuals in living their best lives and maintaining maximum independence. Duties • Plans and implements creative classes, outings, and experiences for individuals attending the CIS program., • Implements activities, experiences, and/or leisure time activities in accordance with daily routines, written schedules, and individuals interests., • Adapts activities to ensure all individuals can participate., • Demonstrate knowledge of the Implementation Strategies (IS) and Behavior Support Program (BSP) of individuals., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in personal hygiene and activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, toileting, shaving, etc., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in dressing., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in eating meals and clean-up., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in completion of chores including sweeping, washing dishes, wiping tables, etc., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in communication skills., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals with mobility, including development of walking and/or use of wheelchairs, walkers, canes, or other equipment., • Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in appropriate interpersonal interactions in social situations., • For all of the above, uses instructional methods based on individual needs and goals in order to increase individuals independent functioning., • Reinforces proper behavior, communication, language, interpersonal exchanges, etc., • Accompanies individuals on medical appointments, other appointments, and/or to community activities events., • Performs health-related tasks including taking blood pressure, taking temperature, checking skin condition, positioning, administering medications, etc., • Communicates with coworkers, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), behavior analyst, nurse, and supervisory personnel regarding individuals., • Completes required documentation accurately and on time., • Achieves competency or certification in first aid, CPR, Medication Administration and other required skills within prescribed timeframes., • Substitutes for absent co-workers in performance of assigned duties with direction from supervisor., • Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor in order to ensure day-to-day functioning of the home., • Submits required employee records on time., • Attends all required trainings and meetings., • Completes other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED. Licenses and Certifications: • Must possess a valid drivers license., • Must possess current automobile insurance., • Must be over 25 to operate an agency vehicle. Skills and Knowledge: • Possess strong interpersonal skills for interactions with supervisors, coworkers, individuals, and outside personnel., • Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with supervisor, coworkers, individuals, and outside personnel., • Follow procedures for delivery of instructional, training, and support services., • Demonstrate knowledge and appropriate implementation of each designated individuals needs, goals, interventions and supports., • Complete required record-keeping with accuracy., • Efficient use of time, materials, and human resources. Physical Demands: • May be required to lift or move objects or people., • Must have visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above. Environment and Scheduling: • Work performed in a well-lit, confidential environment., • Duties may involve contact with individuals who may be hostile, dangerous, threatening, aggressive and/or under the influence of drugs or alcohol., • Scheduled work hours are 8 hours shifts or as assigned, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.