DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to provide essential support and care to individuals with diverse needs, including those with autism and other developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our clients by assisting them in daily activities, promoting independence, and fostering a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Implement individualized care plans tailored to each client’s unique needs and preferences.
• Monitor and document clients' health status, behaviors, and progress.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities to promote emotional well-being.
• Support clients in community integration through recreational outings and social events.
• Assist with meal preparation and ensure proper nutrition for clients.
• Perform heavy lifting when necessary to assist clients with mobility challenges.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients at home or in community settings.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.

Position Overview:

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) is under the direct supervision and guidance of the Residential Home Administrator or current Lead Staff of their designated facility. A Direct Support Professional (DSP) works directly with 4-6 adult individuals who live in a residential facility, all whom have developmental, physical, and behavioral complications. Assist with activities of daily living that include Personal Care, Dressing, Bathing assistance and Meal Preparation as needed. The DSP's primary duty is to follow each individual's service plan and provide active treatments accordingly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring the health and safety of all individual's.
• Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities or special needs.
• Implement all directives from both the Residential Administrator and/or Lead Staff.
• Implement the individual's objectives and behavioral plans specified in the Individual Service Plan and Individual Program Plan as written by the ID team per Regional Center.
• Assist individuals with their personal care needs as necessary to maintain appropriate hygiene.
• Assist in keeping accurate data on each individuals progress.
• Supervise the individual on all their tasks, training and community activities.
• Assist individuals on all household chores, yard maintenance and keeping the home neat and clean always.
• Performs daily cleaning and vacuuming of the home.
• Complies with various zone duties and responsibilities assignments.
• Appropriately follow company protocol to administer medications to individuals.
• Properly document each self-dispensing administration in the Medication Administration Record.
• Responsive to emergency needs; reports and assist in the time of emergency.
• Thoroughly familiar with all emergency plans and procedures.
• Attends all monthly residential as scheduled by the facility's manager.
• Assists with individuals' assignments and projects.
• Encourages individual choice.
• Participate in community participation activities of the facility in which the DSP works in.
• Reports all possible cases of abuse, neglect or endangerment to appropriate supervisor; complies with all mandated reporter legal requirements.
• Assumes continuing responsibility for maintaining an attractive, interesting area in which to work with clients; shares in performance of routine housekeeping, monitoring and clerical tasks.
• Maintains a professional code of ethics; and Performs related work as required.
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• Valid CA Driver's License (REQUIRED).

Experience:

• Previous experience in assisted living or direct support roles preferred.
• Understanding of behavioral complications and challenges is preferred.

Additional Notes:

We are seeking compassionate individuals who are dedicated to providing quality care to individuals with disabilities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be patient, and have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, we encourage you to apply for the position. Join our team and help us provide exceptional care to those in need. We offer comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities to support your growth in this field.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00per hour

Expected hours: 40.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Overnight shift

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Application Question(s):

• 6 Months of Behavioral heal experience

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23