Direct Support Professional
$43,992–$43,992 year
On-siteChambersburg, Pennsylvania, United States or Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Provide direct care and supervision for adults with developmental disabilities, assisting with personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, feeding, and medication administration. Transport individuals to community activities, day programs, and appointments while ensuring safety and responding to medical emergencies. Develop and implement leisure activities and support the development of independent living skills in accordance with Person-Centered Plans. Maintain accurate documentation of services, incident reports, and progress notes while complying with all state and federal policies. Work in residential and office settings, adhering to strict schedules and reporting changes to supervisors.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure: whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and written correspondence and interpret documents
- Ability to write reports and complete forms or other documents as required
- Ability to communicate with others including individuals in Unified programs, family members, medical professionals, co-workers, and vendors both verbally and in written form
- Ability to type and demonstrate basic computer skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in using an electronic records system and medication administration system (I-care)
- Must possess a valid state driver's license with no more than 2 points
- Must successfully pass defensive driving course prior to driving
- Must possess or be able to pass and maintain CPR, First Aid, and MANDT training certifications
- Must complete, pass and maintain all DDA required training
- Must complete, pass, and maintain Medication Technician Training Program (MTTP)
- Must complete, pass, and maintain all Unified Community Connections trainings including, UKG, Fundamental Rights and Supporting Choice, PORII/QA/Sexual Harassment-DDA, Bloodborne Pathogens, Communicable Diseases, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Violence, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Must be willing to assist with individuals' needs, including, but not limited to feeding, dressing, toileting and hygiene assistance
- Must be able to utilize proper body mechanics and safe work practices while assisting with transfers of individuals of varying weight and physical needs
- Must be able to lift/transfer up to 50 lbs
- Vision abilities required for this position include, near distance, far distance, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
- Must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential task
- Must demonstrate skills in problem solving, project/task management, time management, dependability, good judgment, safe work practices, and ensuring confidentiality
- Must be able to demonstrate skills in the following areas: problem solving, project/task management, time management, dependability, good judgment, safe work practices, and ensuring confidentiality
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in human services, caregiving, healthcare, or education
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