Direct Support Professional
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Job Description
Samaritans At Last is recruiting for Direct Support professional to work in the Philadelphia/ Delaware County area. We are looking for people with a flexible schedule and can work a variety of shifts.
The primary role of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to ensure the health safety and wellbeing of the individual they offer services to through supervision and assistance. To carry out the terms set forth in the individuals ISP (Individual Support Plan) Behavior Support Plan (BSP) and or Crisis Plan. Assist and support in the planning implementation and documentation of programs designed to meet the social emotional physical and personal needs of Individuals. Assist support and instruct Individuals in selfhelp skills designed to encourage independence. To maintain a safe working environment comply and adhere to companys and program policies and procedures at all times.*
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist service individual with activities of daily living as needed
- Showering
- Personal hygiene
- Dressing
- Eating
- Toileting
- Provide recreational and social activities support including volunteer or civicminded opportunities at the following locations:At the individuals home andIn the individual community or proximity to his/her community.
- Accompany individual to appointments classes or other activities outside the home.
- Transport individuals to Outcome and Goal related activities that are within the departmental mileage cap and are part of goal attainment.
- Transport individual to and from school
- Document service at the end of each shift
- Maintain a positive respectful relationship with individuals and their families
- Report incidents to management as soon as they occur
- Ensure that Individuals Support Plan objectives are being met at each visit.
- Maintain staffing ratio and safety guidelines as outlined in the individuals Individual Support Plan and according to companys object for quality care and management.
- Participate in meetings and training as required.
Requirements:
High school diploma or its equivalent
Valid drivers license
Must drive with updated insurance coverage and car registration
A recent full work physical with PPD screening
CPR and First Aid Certification
Samaritans At Last is an equal opportunity employerRequired Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
