What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professionals position at Unified Community Connections?
Job Summary: The Direct Support Professional DSP provides support and assistance to adults with developmental disabilities. He or she helps individuals develop independent living skills, creates energetic leisure and recreational activities, transports people within the community, maintains documentation, and contacts healthcare professionals as necessary. Paid training is provided for various certifications.
About Unified Community Connections: Unified Community Connections in Cumberland, Maryland offers comprehensive services and programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We prioritize treating individuals with respect and dignity while promoting self-determination and independence.
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About Unified Community Connections: Unified Community Connections in Cumberland, Maryland offers comprehensive services and programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We prioritize treating individuals with respect and dignity while promoting self-determination and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and participate in recreational activities
- Transport individuals within the community
- Maintain cleanliness of residences, prepare meals, and manage laundry
- Oversee overall health, including medication management and medical appointments
- Document work progress in an electronic records system
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
Requirements for Employment:
- COVID-19 Vaccine
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record with 2 or less points and no driving restrictions or DUI violations in the last 7 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Required Skills:
- Effective communication (verbal and written) with individuals, healthcare professionals, and coworkers in English
- Basic computer skills using electronic record and medication administration systems
- Math skills to administer medications safely
- Safe transportation of individuals and staff
- Physical ability to push, pull, and bend up to 50 pounds unassisted
Shifts Available:
- Full-time and part-time positions available on Monday through Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Morning, evening, night, and overnight shifts available
Benefits Package:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Long-term, short-term, and voluntary insurance options
- Paid time off, including vacation leave, sick leave, and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
