What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) Part Time position at Kent Center Inc.?
Title: Direct Support Professional Reports To: Department Coordinator/Director
Expected Hours: Less than or equal to 29 Rate: $15 per hour
Supervisory Duties: No Overtime Exempt: No
Sign on bonus: $1,000
Position Summary:
The Direct Support Professionals provide 24-hour support for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. The role of the DSP is to advocate for and work with the person(s) they are supporting to help them reach their full potential and live the life they want to live. The right person for this job will have a positive attitude, be hard-working, demonstrate patience and be reliable.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Support people with activities of daily living (ADL) which include but are not limited to meal preparation, housekeeping responsibilities, personal hygiene, bathing, and grooming.
- Provide information to be used in goal setting for people’s person-centered planning which includes but is not limited to community participation, household chores, budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and vocational responsibilities
- Promote peoples supported independence and inclusion within the community while being aware of their disability.
- Complete daily documentation which includes a description of what was accomplished, what the plan will be for tomorrow and any medical or behavioral notations as required by the person’s plan.
- Promoting self-advocacy with the person(s) being supported
- Help to provide a safe and supportive environment for the people receiving services.
- Building and maintaining relationships with DSPs, supervisors and people supported.
- Promoting meaningful communication by the people being supported.
- Transporting individuals to and from events, activities and appointments.
- Adheres to and promotes the mission, culture, and practices of KCI.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 18 years of age
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Successful clearance of background checks
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Preferred - previous DDA experience
Physical requirements:
- Ability to lift and transfer individuals
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
License/Certifications:
- Mandt, MTTP, and CPR certifications preferred. On the job training and certifications will be provided
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Will have a compassionate approach to the support of people with disabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively
- People oriented and an ability to deescalate situations
- Comply with KCI policies and procedures
Shifts for Hiring: Hours of work are dependent upon assignment. Overtime may be available but is not guaranteed.
- Second Shift: 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
- Third Shift: 12:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.45 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 29 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $15
