What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Residential Services (Sun/... position at The Arc of Northeastern PA?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Community Home Supervisor, the position is responsible for assisting residential consumers in becoming fully included in the community; enhancing their self image and skills development; and maximizing their independence in life.
PAY RATE: $15.50
Our outstanding benefit package includes:
Health insurance*
Dental insurance*
Vision insurance*
Life/AD&D insurance
Long Term Disability insurance
Pension
Vacation days*
Personal days*
Sick days*
Holidays
$400 for new employee referral bonuses
Fitness Club reimbursement
Credit union
Direct deposit
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- One year of experience working directly with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- A minimum age of 18 is required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Ability to work in a drug-free workplace setting is required.
- A criminal background check is required.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB:
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:
- RECOGNIZE that each individual served is to be afforded dignity, respect, and self- determination, as well as the right to be fully included in his/her community with supports where necessary.
- ASSIST in implementing Person-Centered/ Individual Service Plans, including outcomes, prescriptive techniques, medical needs, etc. RECORD individual progress. PROVIDE input pertaining to the development and/or revision of the Individual Service Plans.
- ATTEND to the daily needs (medications administration, personal hygiene, meal preparation, personal attention, etc.) of individuals.
- PROVIDE a safe and adequate home-like environment for individuals. PERFORM domestic duties including light housekeeping, laundry, supply and grocery shopping, etc.
- ASSIST individuals in identifying personal interests and establishing community connections with supports where necessary.
- IMPLEMENT consumer behavior support plans.
- ENABLE consumers to experience a variety of meaningful leisure activities in inclusive community programs. Allow individuals to participate in activities of his/her choice.
- PROVIDE transportation to community activities, job , volunteer, or program option, medical appointments, and places of individual choice.
- ABIDE by agency vehicle policies.
OTHER ELEMENTS:
- ASSIST the Residential Supervisor in obtaining supplies.
- REPORT any "Unusual Incidents" immediately to the Residential Supervisor and/or Program Specialist.
- COMPLETE necessary reports.
- MAINTAIN communications with families and advocates of residential consumers.
- ATTEND and PARTICIPATE in program staff meetings and/or required in/out-service training.
- PROVIDE first aid and/or necessary medical interventions in emergency situations.
- COOPERATE with supervisor in providing supervision and direction to students, trainees, and volunteers.
- WORK overtime in assigned home or any other Arc home when given reasonable notice by Supervisor or Program Specialist
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Individual must be able to meet established physical requirements of job (ie., lifting various weights, providing ambulatory assistance, performing restraintive techniques, performing any necessary CPR/First Aid, etc.)