What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Johnsons Family Home Inc?
· Administers medications to individuals as assigned
· Has 1-2 years’ experience working with developmentally disabled
· Observes individuals for any changes in behavior or health that may have resulted from medication administration
· Ensures individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are always groomed
· Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, washing their hands, and eating
· Prepares nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences
· Encourage individuals to assist in the preparation of meals and snacks as appropriate to their individual service plan and behavior plan
· Keeps residence and resident’s personal space clean, organized, and tidy, laundry, mopping, and dusting
· Documents individuals’ health (i.e., temperature, weight, bowel movements, behaviors.)
· Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
· Ensures Medication Administration Record (MAR) entries are completed daily
· Completes communication logbooks during shift
· Clocks in and out before and after every shift
Salary : $20