Direct Support Professional (PER DIEM PRN)

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (Per Diem)

Reports to: Residential Manager or Supervisor

Status: Non exempt employee

Site: Primarily Residential but may be requested to support in other areas/sites/programs of the organization.

Parzival Supports is searching for a per diem DSP to fill in for shift openings call outs and short term staffing vacancies. This role would require a minimum of two fulfilled shift coverages per month if the need is available.

• Direct Support Professional job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Will provide direct care services and ensure adequate supervision in identified risk areas during an assigned shift; at an assigned home and/or in the community.
2. Complete a minimum of two shift assignments and all tasks house chores cleaning and organization as assigned by the Residential Manager or Supports Directors.
3. Complete all site documentation (ex. Communication Log Medication Log Incident Reports household funds resident funds etc.).
4. Conduct fire drills with complete documentation.
5. Accompany Individual and his or her professional supports on medical and dental appointments as deemed necessary.
6. Communicating to the Residential Manager and-or Supports Directors of any and all incidents involving staff and/or supported Individuals.
7. Implement and document progress on all goals related to Behavioral Plans and ISP.
8. Assist Individuals in daily life skills.
9. Provide organic nutritious meals and snacks within any dietary restrictions (ie. Diabetic) and promote exercise.
10. Ensure that food is handled safely and stored properly.
11. Transport and/or assist Individual to and from appointments activities and/or visitations.
12. Administer monitor and properly store Individual medication as prescribed by the doctor and complete documentation.
13. Provide all individuals with support in areas such as: socialization utilizing community resources vocational social and interpersonal development etc.
14. Provides basic CPR/FIRST AID treatment to individuals as needed.
15. Follow any and all hygiene protocols as outlined in the ISP.
16. Support the person/individual to live the life they want.
17. Report needed repairs upkeep and conditions of the residential and other program sites to the Residential Manager.
18. Responsible for house/car cleaning chores and organization.
19. Ensure that hazardous materials and refuse are properly stored or disposed of.
20. Must attend and participate in all staff meetings training supervision sessions as well as other related resident/program meetings (ISP reviews) as assigned by Residential Manager and Organizational Directors.
21. Attend participate and maintain 24 - hours of yearly training along with a completed physical (every 2 years); and CPR/First Aid training (every 12 months).
22. Must attend and participate in all designated training meetings supervision sessions as well as other related program meetings (ISP reviews) as assigned by Residential Managers Supports Directors.
23. Recognize and respond to concerns of neglect and/or abuse.
24. Follow procedures for infection control.
25. Maintain open lines of communication with co-workers to ensure continuity of care and consistency of site operations and individuals program plans.
26. If you are late for a scheduled shift you must contact the Licensed Residential Manager. If you are unable to contact the Residential Manager contact the Program Supports Directors.
27. Recognizes and responds to concerns of neglect and/or abuse utilizing the incident report form and a follow up notification to Residential Managers and Supports Directors.
28. Ensure that your timesheet is completed daily and is ready to be approved by your supper supervisor biweekly (on the designated Monday morning of every 2nd and 4th of every month) by 8AM via the use of KRONOS timesheet.
29. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Residential Manager or Supports Directors.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority