Direct Support Professional

Work in a Community Living Arrangement for people with intellectual disabilities. Direct Support Professionals preferred, but not necessary. Must have a valid driver's license.

Shared Support South, Inc is founded on the belief that people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities are not defined by their diagnosis and, with the proper support, are able to achieve their dreams and become valued members of their communities.

A Direct Support Professional is responsible for understanding our individuals dreams and helping enable their lives through providing activities in alignment with the person's desires through our circle process, person centered planning, life choices, ISP, BSP and health and safety needs.

Role and Responsibilities

Program

• Manage supports and services ensuring health and safety for 1 individual in a 24-hour 1:1 or 2:1 support setting
• Attend individuals medical appointments as directed by the Program Specialist
• Ensure the individuals residences are safe, homelike, and reflect the individuals preferences
• Assist in the development of a team focused on supporting the individual
• Complete scheduled cleaning tasks as applicable for the individuals home
• Communicate effectively with next shift at shift change for individuals behavior and agenda
• De-escalate individuals as needed to ensure health and safety for individual and community
• Read the individuals ISP and BSP and ensure understanding
• Provide transportation to the individual in the community setting
• Provide personal care and assistance with tasks of daily living as outlined in the individuals ISP and BSP
• Attend the Individuals monthly Circle meetings as directed by the Program Specialist
• Support individual appropriate relationships and communications
• Support individuals interests and partner with the supervising Program Specialist to find activities and volunteering opportunities for the individual

Administrative

• Accurately punch in and out of time clock through phone application
• Verify timecard as needed in a timely fashion
• Complete required shift notes as instructed by Program Specialist immediately after end of shift
• Participate in yearly training as instructed by Training Coordinator
• Follow organizational policies and procedures

Qualifications and Education Requirements

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Valid drivers license

Preferred Skills

• Communication Skills (written and verbal)
• Team Building Skills
• ACRE Certification
• Organizational Skills and Multi-tasking