Direct Support Professioal

6 months ago

Washington, United States Open Systems Healthcare, Inc. Full time

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Open Systems Healthcare, you'll embark on a rewarding journey of providing vital support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your role goes beyond mere assistance; you'll actively contribute to creating safe, nurturing environments in the homes, workplaces, communities, and lives of those we support. By upholding our commitment to person-centeredness and independence, you'll play a crucial part in enriching the lives of the individuals we support, reflecting OSH’s philosophy and mission.

As a DSP you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality and safe in-home support.
  • Providing individualized day supports, small group day habilitation, and behavior support services that align with OSH's policy and procedures.
  • Implement individual support plans (ISP) and Plan of Care.
  • Foster positive, cooperative relationships with the client's, their families, and support team members.
  • Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living according to their ISP and level of need. This may include, but is not limited to;
    • Personal Care: bathing, eating, dressing, hygiene, transferring/positioning
    • Transportation: Travel in the community using public transportation, physician’s appointments, shopping, errands
    • Household Care: cleaning, laundry, meal prep
    • Companionship: social awareness, conversation, reminders, interactive hobbies
  • Help individuals acquire and/or maintain skills to achieve their ISP goals through increasing independence, self-advocacy, exploration, and integration into their community.
  • Handle situations involving challenging behavior with care and professionalism and be available to address crisis situations that arise.
  • Implement behavioral treatment plans and accurately document behavioral observations and progress.
  • Maintain a safe environment using Universal Precautions and promptly report any incidents or changes in person’s behavior to the branch office.
  • Communicate relevant information with OSH confidentially and promptly.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of services provided according to the individual’s support plan (i.e. progress notes or other required documentation) in a timely manner.
  • Engage in professional development from orientation and required annual trainings.
  • Effectively manage workload and caseload by organizing, planning, and prioritizing tasks.
  • Adhere to all federal, state, and local laws, as well as OSH policies and procedures.
Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Vision insurance
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday compensation
  • Paid Orientation & Training

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