What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Milestones Community Support Services LLC?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Direct Support Professionals shall be responsible for implementing the day-to-day needs of each individual receiving support under the license of MCSS Direct Support Professionals shall provide learning and support for individuals who have an intellectual disability in both residential and community-based environments. Direct Support Professionals will also assist with the implementation of Person-Centered Plan and provide learning and support in areas of domestic skill building, community skill building, money management, personal care, community integration activities and behavior intervention. Direct Support Professionals shall also have knowledge of the basic medical aspects concerning individuals with intellectual disabilities to include but not be limited to medication administration (IF REQUIRED), CPR / First Aid, lifting, transferring, bathing and meet all certification requirements needed to execute the necessary job duties. Direct Support Professionals will require the ability to work with various levels of intellectual disabilities that individuals may have. This position also requires knowledge of DBHDS Guidelines and Regulations, and the Office of Human Rights Regulations. Additionally, other responsibilities and duties include the implementation of Person-Centered Plan, Support Checklist and implementing individual supports. This position will be supervised by the Program Manager.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Suffolk, VA 23434 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Suffolk, VA 23434: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person