Description

40 hours per week, 3rd shift, Weekend and Holiday rotations

Hourly Rate $19.22Why Join United Counseling Service

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental-disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.

• Career development opportunities
• Generous Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Competitive Pay
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Equity and Inclusion committee
• Employee Assistance Program
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community
• Smart casual dress code
• Flexible working options may be available

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related human services field preferred.

Requirements

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential, Night Asleep, will provide assistance to the Night Awake personnel whenever needed. Will also provide direct service to individuals, will be familiar with individuals program/plans and may need to participate in the day-to-day operation of the house. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

DIRECT SERVICE Will participate in the following daily living skills as needed: bathing, dressing, toileting, and dining. Assists Night Awake personnel with repositioning, changing, toileting, and medical needs as needed. Complies with regulations, policies, and procedures. Will serve as a positive role model for staff and clients. Performs medication administration as assigned. 

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION/PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT Is familiar with each Individual Service Agreement (ISA). Makes suggestions and recommendations. Serves as an advocate for individual clients. Will offer suggestions on ways to improve services to the Group Home Manager as appropriate. Attends meetings as scheduled.

RECORD-KEEPING All staff should have knowledge of how to document important information including, but not limited to, Progress Notes, document on bowel charts, input and output sheets, repositioning charts, and how to fill out incident reports.

HOUSEKEEPING No housekeeping duties are assigned to the DSP Night Asleep, but they should help out wherever needed.