Direct Support Professional, Residential Services

Job Description

TITLE: Direct Support Professional, Residential

Job Type: Part Time, Must be available weekends

Immediate Supervisor: Director/ Manager of Residential Services

Supervision Exercised: None

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Director and House Manager, this position is responsible for the care, supervision, and training of residents with disabilities residing in Momentum WORK, Inc. licensed homes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides supervision and training to adults with developmental disabilities to promote growth in accordance with the person’s individual support plan (ISP)

Responsible for the implementation of each resident’s program plan including data collection

Reviews files for each resident on a regular basis

Assists in the development and monitoring of individual and group programs

Utilizes behavior modification techniques and other instructional strategies to enhance the progress of achieving goals and objectives

Communicates concerns related to program participant needs to supervisor in a timely manner

Acts as an appropriate role model

Assists individuals in attending social activities to further social skills

Always knows whereabouts of residents

Responsible for daily routine(s) of residents and emergency medical procedures

Maintains a dated, running log of observations to provide other staff with current information concerning residents

Participates in cleaning the home, completing laundry, and preparing food as assigned

Assists residents in personal hygiene and household routines

Checks all outside doors consistently throughout the night by touring the home; ensures the security of the home

Handles difficult behavioral situations with residents in danger of injuring themselves or others

Acts as a liaison between other staff, supervisors, administrators, residents, and community members

Attends meetings as assigned

Completes records and reports as needed

Assists with medication, records the centrally stored medication log, completes MAR and PRN forms, and notifies supervisor within 5 days of any medication in need of reorder

Assists in maintaining weight logs, water intake logs, seizure logs, blood pressure logs, daily notes, behavioral documentation, and medical appointment checklists

Complies with all Momentum WORK Inc., CCL & OSHA policies, procedures, and regulations

Must be able to transport participants, unless waived by the Executive Director.

Other related duties and responsibilities on an as needed basis

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time

Ability to go up and down stairs

Ability to walk for long periods of time

Ability to push or pull wheelchairs when necessary

Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written materials

The employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people served

Full awareness of environmental stimuli

Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & Pro Act techniques (training included)

Note: ADA accommodations available.

QUALIFICATIONS :

High school diploma or equivalent

At least one (1) year of experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferred

State of California DSP II certification

Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions

Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities

Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations

May need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan

Must have reliable phone

Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)

BENEFITS:

Travel Stipend

Cell Phone Stipend

Paid Time- Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Friends & Family Referral Bonus

Direct Deposit

Anniversary Bonus

On-the-job Training Provided

Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus

Part-time