JOB DESCRIPTION
Direct Support Professional
Personal Support Program
Position Summary: Assist in the supervision and training of individuals in the Personal Support setting where they are living.
Qualifications: Minimum high school diploma; experience working with intellectual disabilities preferred; excellent driving record, clear background check.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
A. AGENCY
1.
Performs
essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
2.
Knows and
complies with all required policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines of
Target and has a clear understanding of the specific regulations used in their
department. Follows regulations and guidelines when carrying out duties and
responsibilities.
3.
Successfully
completes all required in-service trainings and completes re-certifications as
required; demonstrates a clear understanding of the issues presented in
trainings; is eager to expand knowledge; keeps current with relevant changes
and take appropriate steps to obtain needed information.
4.
Performs duties
in accordance with the philosophy, mission, and goals of the agency.
5.
Works as a
professional collaborative with all internal and external stakeholders in
modeling a safe, supportive, and respectful demeanor, ensuring the highest
quality services to all Target participants.
6.
Takes appropriate
action based on circumstances; provides pertinent and comprehensive information
to supervisory personnel.
7.
Demonstrates the
ability to manage personal time by being punctual and gives sufficient notice
to immediate supervisor in case of tardiness or absenteeism per Target’s
Attendance Policy.
8.
Acts as an
appropriate role model and representative of Target as an agency as well as
those employed by Target and those served. Choose appropriate personal attire
based on the circumstances. Maintains appropriate overall appearance and
demonstrates proper personal hygiene per Target’s Attire and Grooming Policy.
9. Demonstrates a willingness to perform all essential duties and job functions with the safety of the participants and self as a top priority; adheres to and complies with all safety guidelines taught in trainings.
B. DIRECT CARE
1.
Provide direct
care services and training to individuals.
a) As needed, assist individuals in their activities of
daily living (ADL’s) daily personal care and grooming, including care of body,
hair, teeth, and clothing, etc.
b)
Assist
individuals in the development of leisure time activities and recreation by
encouraging participation in these activities or if need be, attending these
activities with the individual. Leisure and recreation include activities that
are done outside of what is on the Person-Centered Plan (PCP). This can include but is not limited to;
Special Olympics practices and competitions, meeting up with friends, gym
membership and attendance, class participation, volunteering opportunities.
c) Assist with the learning of new skills, in the home
and in the community. This may include
but is not limited to, situational awareness, laundry completion, meal
preparation, fitness class attendance.
d) When applicable assist with virtual experiences and
supports. There may be times when
virtual support is needed. These will be
provided via Google Meets.
e) Maintain a family, individual or group-type atmosphere
for individuals to live in.
f) Assist individuals in maintaining contact with family
and friends using the telephone, and/or mail.
g) Encourage individuals to share their daytime
experiences with others.
2.
The
transportation of individuals in DSP’s personal vehicle to community
events. This always includes the
maintenance of a valid driver’s license and proper insurance.
3.
Maintain close
contact with Program Coordinator to ensure a unified, consistent training
program for supported individuals.
4.
Maintains physical ability to restrain participants as
needed according to their behavioral program plans. The position also requires the ability to
stand, bend, reach, lift 50 pounds, maneuver wheelchairs, and perform safe
transfers of individuals.
5.
Be able to
communicate instructions and directions to the clients in a manner that is
easily understandable. This requires fluency in speaking the primary language
of the clients.
6.
Demonstrate a
willingness to perform essential job functions and duties with the safety of
the clients and self being a top priority and adhere to and comply with all
safety guidelines taught in trainings.
7. Must complete all required documentation, including but not limited to; Clocking in and out of shift utilizing the Maryland ISAS EVV system, Communication logs on CIMS, and filling out timesheet on Paylocity.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties as assigned by Supervisors.
SUPERVISION: The position is supervised by Program Coordinators and the Director of Personal Supports.
EVALUATION: After an initial three-month period, then annually during term of employment.
TERMS: This
is a Class 2, part-time/full-time, hourly, non-exempt position based on needed
coverage. This position is considered “essential” to maintain operations and
services to participants.
Benefits: All full-time employees working at least Sixty hours per pay period are
eligible for health, vision, and dental benefits in addition to paid time off. Both
full and part-time employees are eligible for retirement and Sick & Safe Leave.
Starting salary ranges
from $22.00 - $24.00 per hour at our Carroll County Office, and $23.00 - $25.00
per hour at our Montgomery County Office.
Thank you for your interest in employment with our agency.
Target Community & Educational Services, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and adults with disabilities through quality, community-based residential, educational, vocational, recreational and family support services.
Target Community & Educational Services, Inc. is proud to be 100% smoke and tobacco free at all of our sites.
If your application meets our hiring needs, someone will contact you via email or phone typically within 48 hours. Thank you!