Athelas Institute, Inc.
PERSONAL SUPPORTS DSP-PART TIME
Athelas Institute, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
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 many life areas such as 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. Responsibilities
Provide individualized supports to waiver participants in their own homes, or family homes, to acquire the skills necessary to maximize independence. Support the person in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan and Behavioral Support Plan (if applicable). Utilize agency electronic systems for communication, progress notes, incident report filing, etc. Encourage opportunities for decision making, self-help activities, and daily planning. Follow the 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 (including CPR/First Aid and Mandt System). Report and document incidents within the required timeframe. Foster positive, professional relationships 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 supervision as required. Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication. Conduct oneself in a professional manner when interacting with individuals, neighbors, parents, advocates, consultants, and regulatory personnel. Driving and community interaction are required. This may include attending various events, religious services, or activities. Utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, and incident reporting. Must have reliable transportation that is safe, smoke-free, with adequate insurance coverage. Must provide a 1-year driving record with no more than 3 points. 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 the assigned supported person (using health and safety lifting/turning techniques or assistive devices). Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, including assisting the supported person to standing, assisting with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints. Benefits
Health: Health, Vision, Dental, 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. Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.
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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 many life areas such as 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. Responsibilities
Provide individualized supports to waiver participants in their own homes, or family homes, to acquire the skills necessary to maximize independence. Support the person in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan and Behavioral Support Plan (if applicable). Utilize agency electronic systems for communication, progress notes, incident report filing, etc. Encourage opportunities for decision making, self-help activities, and daily planning. Follow the 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 (including CPR/First Aid and Mandt System). Report and document incidents within the required timeframe. Foster positive, professional relationships 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 supervision as required. Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication. Conduct oneself in a professional manner when interacting with individuals, neighbors, parents, advocates, consultants, and regulatory personnel. Driving and community interaction are required. This may include attending various events, religious services, or activities. Utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, and incident reporting. Must have reliable transportation that is safe, smoke-free, with adequate insurance coverage. Must provide a 1-year driving record with no more than 3 points. 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 the assigned supported person (using health and safety lifting/turning techniques or assistive devices). Applicant must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, including assisting the supported person to standing, assisting with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints. Benefits
Health: Health, Vision, Dental, 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. Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.
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