Direct Support Professional - Full and Part Time

Starting Pay: $18.00 - $20.00

Position Summary: The direct support professional provides day to day interactions, care and assistance for individuals served as outlined in each Ohio Individual Support Plan.

Essential Functions:

· The Direct Support Professional at The Society will provide assistance, support and guidance in the following areas, as each site requires:

o Activities Of Daily Living (ADL’S)

o Promotes independence in domestic tasks (home chores, cleaning)

o Safety and security to ensure healthy living.

o Environmental cleanliness

o Personal care

o Transportation

o Community living and integration

o Upholding individual’s rights

· Supports individuals with a mindset focused on the agency Mission and Vision including advocacy and engagement.

· Engage in positive, collaborative interactions communication and support of individuals and team members at all times.

· Provide input for the development and implementation of Ohio Individual Support Plans including documentation.

· Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all individuals including all reporting and documenting per agency policy and procedure and regulatory requirements.

· Perform medication administrative tasks, health related activities and documentation as required by DODD certification.

· Demonstrates punctuality and dependability. May be required to work holidays and other shifts outside of your normal schedule.

· Represents The Society with a professional attitude and positive intention while promoting effective internal and external relationships, communication and advocacy. Serves as a self-motivated, dependable, flexible and collaborative leader.

· Adheres to The Society’s policies and acts as a role model in adherence to these policies.

· Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bona-fide Occupationally Required Competencies and Credentials:

§ Must be 18 years of age or older.

§ Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

§ Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.

§ Must be able to communicate in English including both spoken and written.

§ Must obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration and Health Related Activities, First Aid, CPR, PMT and other courses as required.

§ Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record, and carry the proper liability insurance amounts required by The Society.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development