Direct Support Professional, Portage, PRN 24 hours per month
- Compensation
- $18 / hr
- Location
- Bowling Green, Ohio, United States
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Category
- Social services
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- · Must be 18 years of age
- · High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred. Note: Under Ohio DODD rule, the requirement for a high school diploma/GED is mandatory to administer medications or serving as an Independent Provi
- · Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities; prefer 1 year
- · Ability to pass criminal registry, background checks and other checks deemed necessary
- · Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and safe driving record
- · Basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
- · Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior and or medical concerns
- · Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required training courses, including CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, Positive Behavioral Support Training, and any additional training man
- Work Environment/Conditions: DSPs work in a changing environment that adjusts to the needs of the individuals in program services. The environment may be fast paced with interruptions, distractions an
- Physical Requirement- Depending on the needs of the individuals, the work can be physically demanding including transferring or supporting people with mobility needs, lifting or moving items up to 75
Full description
Direct Support Professional of Easterseals Northwest OhioLocation: PortagePay: $18/hr.Job Summary: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide meaningful support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). DSPs engage with individuals continuously, provide supervision, and implement individualized support according to each person’s Individual Plan. This includes following structured Behavior Support Plans and applying approved interventions that promote learning, independence, and personal growth. Support may occur in various settings and may involve personal care, assistance with daily living activities, skill development, advocacy, communication support, and helping individuals work toward achieving their personal goals.
Key Responsibilities:
· Listen carefully and communicate respectfully and clearly with the people you support.
· Support people to choose, understand and learn new skills in various settings and provide transportation as needed.
· Understand, follow through, and document support plans, goals, activities, progress, etc.
· Support people with daily living skills and personal support needs.
· Provide and seek out opportunities for individual(s) supported to make choices.
· Use person-first or preferred language when appropriate.
· Maintain confidentiality and support privacy at all times.
· Implement individual support plans as written.
· Teach appropriate skills and involve individual(s) supported in meaningful and valued activities.
· Maintain the property of the agency and of the individual(s) supported.
· Know, advocate and respect the rights of individual(s) supported
· Understand and follow supports for optimal health.
· Monitor medical conditions thoroughly and consistently. Notify appropriate supervisor of any health concerns or needs for the individual(s) supported.
· Assist individual(s) supported with healthcare visits, medications and therapy plans.
· Ensure that people are free from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
· Complete needed reporting and documentation.
· Follow any outlined financial supports.
· Support individuals with positive behavioral techniques to avoid challenging situations and promote respect and dignity.
· Be a safe and conscientious driver.
· Know the proper techniques and be able to respond to emergencies such as accidents, fires, tornados, or other situations