FT Direct Support Professional
On-siteUlster, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Provide supervision and guidance to individuals with disabilities residing in the group home by performing personal care, medication management, and crisis management. Assist with daily activities including tooth-brushing, toileting, bathing, and feeding while ensuring compliance with agency policies, 6100 and 6400 regulations, and Individual Service Plans. Document outcomes accurately in the electronic health record, complete mandatory training, and act as an advocate for community integration. Support emotional well-being, encourage independence, and resolve incidents per the Incident Management Bulletin. This role requires physical ability to lift 40-100 pounds, work evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays, and maintain a valid driver's license and clean criminal record.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to physically lift 40-100 pounds unassisted
- Must be able to physically lift 100 pounds or more assisted
- Must be able to reach above head and below knees
- Must be able to endure repetitive motions with right and left hands
- Must be able to reach out as to pull and push a wheelchair
- Must be able to make twisting and bending motions at the waist
- Must have good reaction response to protect personal space
- Must have a working knowledge of all agency policies and procedures
- Must ensure compliance with 6100 and 6400 regulations
- Must complete at least 24 hours of training annually
- Must be willing to utilize/learn computers for daily documentation
- Must maintain Medication Administration Certification
- Must be able to identify work safety issues, injuries, and report immediately
- Must maintain and adhere to ethics of confidentiality
- Must be able to encourage individuals to be independent with their daily skills
- Must be able to use positive and respectful language with supervisor, co-workers, and individuals
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Must have experience in the field
- Must have no criminal record
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be willing to get a pre-employment physical
- Must be willing to get a physical with a mantoux TB test
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