Direct Support Professional

SUMMARYPosition Type: Non-exempt full-time or part-time hourly of Role:Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit within a program typically supporting 4 - 6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic Responsibilities:Deliver support per individual service/program plans including socialization health maintenance medication administration skill/behavioral with daily activities: Personal care housekeeping recreational activities transportation community integration shopping citizenship and other activities of daily JOB FUNCTIONSTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below. Services and Supports:Direct Support: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development personal care housekeeping recreational activities transportation community orientation shopping financial management citizenship and other activities of daily : Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains of Individuals Assets: Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preferenceRelationships: Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals friends families guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service : Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external : Maintains confidentiality respects the rights of persons being served according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their Care:Appointments: As needed may accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as : If assigned accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and Health Care: Monitors individuals health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care Supplies and Equipment: Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or Preparation: Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining Responsibilities:Training: Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff Scheduling: Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime or in the event of : Works together with others values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to Safety: Every employee plays a role in developing and maintaining a safe workplace; complies with all established safety policies procedures and rules; reports unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participates in safety related training or :Vehicles: May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; ensures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance : Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety and Repair: Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs change light bulbs etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as : Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of :Performs other duties and activities as Mobile Punch Authorized for RESPONSIBILITIESNoneMinimum Knowledge and Skills required for the JobThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or abilities required to perform the job. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferredSix months of experience in human services be 18 years of knowledge of computersCertificates Licenses and Registrations:Valid drivers license in good registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated valid drivers license meet all insurance requirements and be approved by management to be a driver for the company. If an employee is determined to have lost their driving privileges by failing the company MVR driving record requirements per company policy the employee will be required to sign a Non-Driver form and restricted from driving on behalf of the company until their MVR report satisfies the company requirements for a good driving Environment:Works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the Requirements:Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move :CS New Jersey Refer to: CS NJ Addendum Direct Support Professional 1001 MPA 3429Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection inquiry or have a valid drivers license in good standing in The State of New Jersey; however in the event the person lives in another state and is commuting they must have a valid drivers license in good standing for the state in which they minimum a High School Diploma/Equivalent is requiredAll employees hired after 6/15/2018 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment. All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/ must submit to criminal background checks and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals addition to this it is a requirement that all employees agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities as well as completing an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required be at least 18 years of age.