Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Work Location: 140 High Street, Hamilton OH 45011

Division/Department: Inclusive Wellness

Annual Pay: $16.00/hour – 37.5 hours/week

Benefits: Health Reimbursement Plan, Life Insurance, Matching IRA Savings Plan, 2 Weeks PTO

Reports to: Inclusive Wellness Program Manager

Status: Full-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing hands-on support and assistance to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities participating in the Inclusive Wellness Program. The DSP will work directly with participants to help them achieve their wellness goals in areas such as mental health, nutrition, physical activity, financial wellness, and social and community inclusion. The DSP plays a critical role in fostering a supportive, engaging, and inclusive environment for all participants.

• Assist clients in daily activities and wellness routines, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Facilitate and participate in wellness activities, including physical exercise, nutrition education, and social events.
• Accurately report attendance and outcome documentation.
• Monitor participants’ progress and report any concerns or changes to the Program Manager.
• Assist clients with personal care and food preparation.
• Read and become familiar with each clients’ outcome(s) and goals(s) through their Individualized Service Plan.
• Transport individuals based upon programming.

Education and/or Work Experience:

• Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience in wellness programming or related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of Brittco software preferred.
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
• Basic experience with computer programs (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook; Online searches, etc).
• Ability to manage and organize materials and inventory as well as documentation and reports.
• Basic knowledge of wellness practices, including nutrition, physical activity, and mental health.

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge in: Field of developmental disabilities; rights of individuals with disabilities; general office procedures; Board policies and procedures and health and safety standards; characteristics and needs of adults with developmental disabilities and rules of DODD and the State of Ohio.
• Ability to: Recognize unusual or threatening conditions and respond accordingly; work alone or as part of a team; maintain information in a confidential manner; deal with multiple priorities; maintain records and reports in a timely and accurate manner; convey general trust and confidence; maintain positive working relationships with others; organize time and prioritize multiple projects efficiently and effectively; read and carry out complex instructions; particularly as they impact on programming, specifically related to Inclusive Wellness; and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Personal Contacts: Extensive contact with staff at all levels, families, individuals and organizations in the community as well as local, state, and federal officials. Must maintain a positive working relationship with all listed.
• Demonstrated skill in: Communicating clearly in both written and verbal form; use of computer, including but not limited to, word processing and database software. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge and ongoing training in: Confidentiality & Individual Rights, HIPAA, Incident Reporting, Incidents Adversely Affecting Health & Safety (MUI/UI), Ohio Abuser Registry, Prohibited Employee Harassment, Training on Board Policies and Procedures.

Employment Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving background.
• Must be able to report to work on time.
• Must pass a chemical dependency test.
• Acceptable criminal background check.
• Positive demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Works well with others and recognizes the strengths of the team.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position description does not include every duty or responsibility; there may be other duties based upon the needs of the program and organization.
• Must be able to work outside normal business hours and schedules; schedules may vary at times.
• Ability to work with individuals whose actions may pose a risk to the health and welfare of others.
• Possible exposure to hazardous driving conditions.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities or special needs to perform the essential duties of the job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16