Direct Support Professional
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Title:Direct Support ProfessionalClassification:Non-ExemptStatus:Full Time, PartTime, or ItinerantDepartment:Program ServicesReports to:House manager,Assistant Program Manager, or Program ManagerThe Primary Responsibility of theDirect Support Professionalis to create andpreservea culture of excellence,compassionand integrity in thedeliveryof services to our individuals.The DSP is responsible forensuring comfort, safety, and general supervision of individualsinboth the home and in the communityas well as home management services.The DSP will ensure compliance to all applicable regulations andrequirements andprovide opportunities and support for ourindividualsto build and develop a sense of belonging in the community through active inclusion, and to build interest and develop skills.Job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Representingthe Mission, Vision and Values of AMA Support Services through action and presentationCreating a culture of high professional and ethical standard, where dignity, respect, inclusion,integrityand compassion are the standardCreate a structuredand nurturingenvironment that responds to and meets the needs and preferences of the individual(s)that you serveEnsurethe health, safety, and personal development of participants while in thehome andcommunityProvidetheencouragement,assistanceand supportthatis needed for all activitiesof dailyliving (ADLs), including cleaning, cooking, laundry, and medication administrationProvide assistanceand support for all personal care and hygiene, including bathing, grooming and toiletingProvide services, supports and supervision to the individualsin accordance withthe individuals service planEnsure compliance to all applicable regulations and requirements at all timesEnsure that Community Participation Services are delivered as prescribed in the participantsIndividual SupportPlan (ISP)Developa positive working relationship withthe individuals support teamEnsure that all service records and company documentation is complete, thorough,accurateand compliant to all applicable regulations and requirementsFacilitate,assistand support the relationships between individual in service and those who are important to them, both personally and professional, through positivecommunication,cooperationand collaborationPromote safety and respond to any incidents that may occur in line with regulations and requirementsCreate weekly schedules for each participant and oversees implementation to maximize individuals' time in the communityTransports andaccompaniesparticipants to and from appointments and activitiesManageindividualand company finances, including making and recording transactionsinaccording to policy, procedure and regulation andoperatingwithin a budgetOther duties may be assignedValues:Positive and enthusiastic attitudeIntegrity and honestyCompassionate and RespectfulInitiative and Work EthicProblem solving, thinking and decision makingLoyaltyRequired Education:High School Diploma (or equivalent)Work experience as a caregiver (professional or personal) preferredRequired Skills and Experience:Valid Driver's licenseAbility to read, write and communicate effectively with othersProficient technology skills: use of smart phone, laptops, web-based database navigation, data entryWorking Conditions:Hours and weekly schedule are dictated by current tasks and program needswhich may include filling in for vacant shifts with little notice. Community homesoperateon a 24-hour basis,365daysper year with DSPs working in shifts around the clockWork on holidays, during inclement weather, overnight and on weekends will berequiredFrequent lifting, stretching, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stoopingand other physical exertion whileassistingindividuals in serviceWork will take placein a variety of settings, including anoffice, in the community, and in the homes of the people in service.Mustbe able to travel and work in these settings without limitationMay berequiredto stay beyond shift end time until replacementpersonnel arriveExposure to various medical conditions and communicable diseases may occurEmployer's Rights:This job description does not include all job duties, conditions, and requirements.Occasionally, a supervisor or director may request that you perform other duties that are necessary for the betterment of the company or that are in the best interest of those we serve.It may also become necessary, at some point, for AMA Support Services to revise this job description. Signing this job description does not create a contract for employment.Either you or AMA Support Services may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason.Equal Opportunity Statement:AMA Support Services does not discriminate in employmenton the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.Employee Signature:Compensation details:12-15 Hourly WagePI72ac03df18a0-35216-#######2