FCS Part-Time Direct Support Professional
FCS Part-Time Direct Support Professional
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PartTime FCS Direct Support Professional
Parttime
Kirksville MO
At Chariton Valley Association (CVA) a proud partner of Center for Human Services we EMPOWER people with disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence through highquality and diverse support services.Chariton Valley is a nonprofit organization established by family members and parents of children with disabilities. We provide superior supports in a loving environment.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Direct Support Professional in Family & Community Supports (FCS) will support the CHS mission by providing outstanding direct support to Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while empowering them to achieve their highest level of independence through highquality and diverse support services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Direct Support Professional you will:
- Integrate Individuals by encouraging and facilitating community connections; assisting in building meaningful relationships with others in their community; and encouraging participation in activities and programs which provide opportunities to spend time constructively and enjoyably
- Empower Individuals by seeking opportunities where Individuals may demonstrate independence; aiding and assisting with skill development in areas of selfhelp selfdetermination and selfadvocacy; and observing encouraging and recording Individuals progress toward established goals
- Aid Individuals by providing physical and emotional support; and maintaining a safe clean and comfortable living environment through general housekeeping duties (which may include making beds cooking meal laundry care of equipment etc.
- Support the Health of Individuals by assisting them with personal care and hygiene activities; assisting them with administering medications; and assisting with therapies or other medically related needs.
- Ensure regulatory compliance by completing required documentation to standard and in a timely fashion within established guidelines; actively participating in trainings and meetings; demonstrating professionalism reliability good attendance and accountability
- Strengthen positive work culture by participating in effective courteous and professional communication; showing kindness and patience to Individuals and coworkers; demonstrating respect and responsibility in daily work; and practicing advocacy and encouragement in all aspects of employment
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet physical requirements.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Accountability
- Attention to detail
- Compassion and kindness
- Courtesy and friendliness
- Ethical behavior and decision making
- Inclusion diversity equity and accessibility supportive
- Initiative
- Organizational skills
- Positivity with a collaborative attitude
- Professional and courteous communication
- Stress management
- Time management with ability to meet documentation
- expectations and deadlines
- Welcoming attitude
COMPETENCIES
- Able to follow directions
- Able to document electronically in proprietary systems
- Capable of passing required trainings including (but not limited to) CPR/First Aid. Medication Administration (MedAide) and Universal Precautions
- Comfortable with providing personal care
- Computer and electronic communication comfortable
- Learningfocused
- Organized
- Personcentered
- Policysupportive
- Reliable
- Respectful and professional in communications
- Responsible
- Team player
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
REQUIRED MISCELLANEOUS QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid drivers license
- Reliable licensed and insured vehicle
- Must have reliable form of communication
- Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory (paid) trainings to include CPR/First Aid and Level 1 MedAide
- Lift carry squat bend move push or pull sit or stand for long intermittent periods
- Type on a keyboard and vision sufficient to view computer screens for extended periods
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Lift carry squat bend move push or pull sit or stand repetitively and for long intermittent periods
- Type on a keyboard and vision sufficient to view computer screens for extended periods
- Local and intrastate driving with possible overnight stays
- Ability and strength to position/lift/transfer an adult human being (greater than 50 lbs. from varied positions
including standing to laying on floor and the ability to continuously push and pull 100125 lbs. of pressure over an
extended period as per the American Heart Association requirements for administering CPR - Continuous ability to kneel on hard or other surfaces for extended periods as per requirements of performing CPR
TRAVEL: Use of personal vehicle and valid auto insurance for transporting individuals is required.
BENEFITS:CHS offers bestinindustry benefits. Click here to view our Benefits guide for more details
SHIFTS:PartTime (up to 20 hrs. per week) based on the needs of the individuals being served.
STARTING WAGE: $17.00 *more depending upon experience.Hours and rate of pay are subject to change relative to program and business needs.
EEO STATEMENT
Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us atext. 553 orask for HR.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
