Senior Direct Support Professional
Senior Direct Support Professional
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Job Description
Community Options Inc. is a national nonprofit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are looking for Senior Direct Support Professionals in Rockville MDto use best practices within a communitybased residential setting to teach individuals with disabilities how to acquire the physical intellectual emotional and social skills needed to live as independently as possible.The Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing personcentered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will also support a team with daytoday operations and challenges as a team leader for an assigned location.No experience required we provide PAID training!
Pay rate is:$17.70 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their IndividualSupport Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)Assist with training team members to support programmatic initiativesgoals dailyroutines andthe unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Assist with daily routines including cleaning cookingestablished meal plans feeding medication administration and maintaining personal hygiene
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- Drive individuals tomedical appointmentsand activities in the community
- Assist withthe learning and development of independent and communitybasedskills
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Participate with individuals in community social and recreational activities
- Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members businesses and families
- Ensure work locations and vehicles are cleanwell maintainedand stocked with necessary supplies including groceries medications and cleaning supplies
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection inquiry or investigation
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
- Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record
- Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
Working Conditions:
- Work in residential programs day programs and in the community
- Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
- Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
- Overtime may be required due to business needs
- May be required to lift or move 25 pounds
- May assist with wheelchair transfer of nonambulatory participants
- May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
Why Community Options
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical Dental Vision)
- Paid HolidaysIncluding a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Incredible career growth opportunities
If interested please click Apply Now or send resume to:
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
