Direct Support Professional, Day Services

Job Description

TITLE: Direct Support Professional, Day Services

Immediate Supervisor: Program Director-Day Services

Supervision Exercised: None

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Program Director of Day Services, this position is responsible for assisting adults with developmental disabilities in promoting their independence in social and employment settings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides on-the-job training to program participants in groups and/or individually

Responsible for providing skill or developmental training in various activities as designated; assists with personal care (including toileting/changing)/hygiene

Maintains accurate and current records such as daily participant documentation

Contributes to positive relations between community members, program participants, vendors, and other Agency staff

Trains program participants in accessing public transportation and assists them with community integration

Monitors, tracks, and assists program participants in goal achievement

Organizes social and vocational groups in promoting independence

Complies with all Momentum Inc. program policies, CARF accreditation standards, TCRC, CAL/OSHA policies and procedures

Must be able to work at other Momentum WORK, Inc. locations, when needed

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 & ProAct 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

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

Full-time