What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Tangram, Inc.?
Description
Direct Support Professional - Full and part-time openings, all shifts, greater Indianapolis area
$15.00/hour - $16.00/hour depending on experience
MUST complete a paid 2-week orientation (Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)
POSITION PROFILE:
- Enthusiastically embraces and promotes the mission and values of the organization through all actions
- Actively engages in creating and maintaining a healthy and safe environment specific to each client
- Discovers and fosters activities that promote a meaningful day
- Initiates effective communication with all team members
- Completes all documentation in a professional, accurate and timely manner that meets all agency standards
A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional:
- Encourage and assist the clients to maintain communication with their family and friends
- Be a part of Person-Centered Planning Process – be on a client’s team to help them advocate for their life decisions
- Have a positive role in the life of someone with a disability
- Support people with self-advocacy and relationship building skills
- Support people in working toward their goals and dreams
- Assist with household chores and cooking
- Help with meal planning and grocery shopping
- Support people with household budgets and bill payment
- Transportation to medical appointments – may include support with seeing the clinician Encourage and support having fun in the community
- Learn and implement each individual’s Person-Centered Individual Support Plan (PCISP)
Requirements
Minimum Job Qualifications
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Prefer experience in a human services field – or experience with individuals with disabilities
- Be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must have an acceptable driving record and active vehicle insurance
- Must pass criminal background and drug screen
Salary : $15 - $16
