What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Residential Services Incorporated?
NEW! Indianapolis DSP - DAYS (7 am - 7 pm)
Position Summary :
This position provides direct, hands-on assistance to individuals for enabling the individual to live and thrive in the community. Duties depend on the individual's needs and capabilities, and generally include assistance with activities of daily living, socialization, and behavior modification. Assistance to individuals is provided in conformance with the ISP, Behavior Plan, and other team-established and individual-expressed needs and goals for that individual.
Reports To : Program Manager / Administrator
Experience and Qualifications :
- At least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency
- CPR certification
- Free from communicable diseases
- Valid Indiana drivers license;
- Owns or has access to a vehicle in good working order;
- Current automobile insurance (for vehicles registered in the state of Indiana);
- Clean criminal history and OIG record
- No findings on any aide registry
- Successful completion of Training and Orientation program
Competency / Skill Requirements
Working Environment : Field
Position Physical Requirements :
Position requires the ability to walk, sit, stand; lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds unassisted and 350 pounds with assistance; squat, bend, reach and stretch.
Supervisory Responsibilities : No.
