Overview

Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides person centered supports based on the individual’ s needs, p references and choices. DSPs perform a wide variety of tasks and activities based on the valued outcomes of each person they work with, and reflecting the specific skills and abilities of each individual. DSP s encour age, guide and offer training to develop daily living skills, ensuring personal needs are met, promoting active engagement in the community life and ensuring health and safety. DSP s create a positive and enriching program environment for all persons supported. Direct Support Professional s are a vital member of each person’s support team . DSP’s are expected to align their performance with the Code of Ethics and OPWDD DSP Competencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING :

• Supports the person’s developmental needs, desires, preferences, and choices .

• Provides support with the person’s goals as outlined their Staff Action and Life Plan .

• Escort people supported into the community for both recreational purposes and with healthcare professionals as needed .

• Operate agency vehicle to support programmatic needs

• Assist with meal planning and preparation

• Provide the necessary level of supervision and support for a person’s needs (behavioral, medical developmental, emotional etc.)

• Safely administer medication under the license of the RN as described in Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) training (if applicable)

• Be knowledgeable of all OPWDD, NYSJC , and organizational policies and adhere to them accordingly

• Ensures that the program environment is clean, safe and offers a positive-home like environment

• Complete all mandated OPWDD and Rising Ground Trainings

• Act as a mandated reporter in accordance with OPWDD, NYSJC, and Organizational Policies

• Notify program RN or appropriate administrator when a concern arises that may impact the health or safety of the people supported.

• Contempo raneously c omplete all documentation including, but not limited to: monthly progress notes, daily billing, medical follow-up, clinical data or other communications as assigned

• Other Duties as assigned based on programmatic need

Qualifications

Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED Required

• Valid State Driver’s License (NYS preferred)

• Must be able to work independently and self-directed.

• Must be able to use technology (for completion of billing data and other assigned tasks)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• P ositive attitude toward the challenges faced by the people that we support.

• Must be flexible with meeting the needs of the people they support.

• Availability to meet the schedule of the position as assigned, with occasional flexibility

• Prior experience with OPWDD or supporting people with disabilities is a plus

Job LocationsUS-NY-Bronx

Posted Date4 months ago(8/29/2024 11:45 AM)

Job ID 2024-2923

Category Direct Support Profession