Athelas Institute, Inc.
PERSONAL SUPPORTS DSP-PART TIME
Athelas Institute, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
Position:
PERSONAL SUPPORTS DSP-PART TIME Location:
Baltimore, MD Company:
Athelas Institute, Inc. Job Id:
2054 •
Openings:
1 •
Rate of Pay:
$18.54/Hour •
Hours:
Wed 7pm-9pm, Thurs 5pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
Position Overview A Direct Support Professional plays an integral role in a supported person’s life. The DSP will provide assistance, guidance, mentoring, coaching, and teaching in activities of daily living, personal care, life skills, community integration, and transportation navigation. The DSP will assist the supported person in enjoying the life that they want to live and increasing their quality of life by providing excellent services.
Essential Job Functions
Individualized supports provided to waiver participants in their own homes, or family homes, to acquire the skills necessary to maximize their independence.
DSP will support person in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan, Behavior Support Plan (if applicable).
Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
Encourage opportunities for decision making, self-help activities, and daily planning.
Follow schedule agreed upon at the time of hire.
Share and maintain required documentation of services provided.
Complete and maintain required trainings in accordance with DDA/State/Company regulations. This includes, and is not limited to, CPR/First-Aid, and Mandt System.
Report and document incidents within the required timeframe.
Foster positive, professional relationship with supported persons.
Document daily progress and maintain bi-weekly and/or monthly activity calendars as needed or directed.
Attend all trainings, team meetings, and monthly supervisions as required.
Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication.
Conduct self in a professional manner at all times when interacting with individuals, neighbors, parents, advocates, consultants, and regulatory personnel.
Driving and community interaction is required. This may include attending various events, religious services, or activities.
Must have own reliable transportation that is safe, smoke-free, with adequate insurance coverage. Must provide a 1-year driving record with no more than 3 points on your record.
Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Division Director.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Training And Experience Preferred DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems Training, CPR / First Aid, MTTP. Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements Applicant must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours. Applicant must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more based on assigned supported person. Must be able to demonstrate Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, including assisting with standing, ambulation, and handling physical releases and restraints.
Benefits Health, Vision, Dental, and supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee Incentives: Company Paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Work-Life Balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty.
Financial: 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU).
Training: Paid DDA and new hire trainings, CPR and First Aid Certification. Paid Medication Administration Training (if applicable).
Benefit eligibility is dependent on Full or Part time status.
Pay Pay Range: $18.54 per hour
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
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Position:
PERSONAL SUPPORTS DSP-PART TIME Location:
Baltimore, MD Company:
Athelas Institute, Inc. Job Id:
2054 •
Openings:
1 •
Rate of Pay:
$18.54/Hour •
Hours:
Wed 7pm-9pm, Thurs 5pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
Position Overview A Direct Support Professional plays an integral role in a supported person’s life. The DSP will provide assistance, guidance, mentoring, coaching, and teaching in activities of daily living, personal care, life skills, community integration, and transportation navigation. The DSP will assist the supported person in enjoying the life that they want to live and increasing their quality of life by providing excellent services.
Essential Job Functions
Individualized supports provided to waiver participants in their own homes, or family homes, to acquire the skills necessary to maximize their independence.
DSP will support person in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan, Behavior Support Plan (if applicable).
Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
Encourage opportunities for decision making, self-help activities, and daily planning.
Follow schedule agreed upon at the time of hire.
Share and maintain required documentation of services provided.
Complete and maintain required trainings in accordance with DDA/State/Company regulations. This includes, and is not limited to, CPR/First-Aid, and Mandt System.
Report and document incidents within the required timeframe.
Foster positive, professional relationship with supported persons.
Document daily progress and maintain bi-weekly and/or monthly activity calendars as needed or directed.
Attend all trainings, team meetings, and monthly supervisions as required.
Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication.
Conduct self in a professional manner at all times when interacting with individuals, neighbors, parents, advocates, consultants, and regulatory personnel.
Driving and community interaction is required. This may include attending various events, religious services, or activities.
Must have own reliable transportation that is safe, smoke-free, with adequate insurance coverage. Must provide a 1-year driving record with no more than 3 points on your record.
Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Division Director.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Training And Experience Preferred DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems Training, CPR / First Aid, MTTP. Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements Applicant must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours. Applicant must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more based on assigned supported person. Must be able to demonstrate Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, including assisting with standing, ambulation, and handling physical releases and restraints.
Benefits Health, Vision, Dental, and supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee Incentives: Company Paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Work-Life Balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty.
Financial: 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU).
Training: Paid DDA and new hire trainings, CPR and First Aid Certification. Paid Medication Administration Training (if applicable).
Benefit eligibility is dependent on Full or Part time status.
Pay Pay Range: $18.54 per hour
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Athelas Institute, Inc. by 2x. Get notified about new Support Specialist jobs in Baltimore, MD.
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