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Direct Support Professional - Weekend Shift

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Position: Direct Support Professional

Program Assignment: Abilis Residential Program

Supervisor: Program Manager, Program Coordinator, or Supervising Counselor

Job Summary: As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a crucial role in the daily operations of our residential program, ensuring the well-being and development of the participants. Your responsibilities include providing care, managing household duties, overseeing health and safety, and complying with all relevant standards and procedures.

Schedule: Part-time or full-time, up to 40 hours per week. Schedules are set by the residence manager and primarily during programming hours. Overtime is based on resident needs, scheduling, and supervisor approval.

Essential Functions:

  • Effectively communicate with participants.

  • Summon emergency personnel when needed

  • Maintain CPR and medication certifications

  • Provide supervision and use adaptive equipment safely

  • Implement program goals and manage behavioral issues

  • Perform CPR and Heimlich maneuver if necessary

  • Possess a valid driver’s license and operate agency vehicles safely

  • Lift up to 50 lbs.

Special Requirements:

  • Demonstrate empathy and maturity in working with diverse individuals with disabilities

  • Assist Supervising Counselor in direct care and goal implementation

  • Complete required state training programs

General Responsibilities:

  • Ensure residents' well-being by facilitating a supportive environment for personal growth. Assist in daily living skills, program implementation, and documentation.

  • Perform tasks like grocery shopping, meal planning, light home repairs, and coordinating with co-workers.

  • Monitor residents' health, manage medical appointments, and ensure proper medication use.

  • Adhere to licensing standards and maintain necessary documentation.

  • Provide clear information to residents and collaborate with staff, families, and external services.

  • Promote positive interactions within the community.

  • Complete required training and participate in development programs for licensure.

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