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Day Program-Direct Support Professional
3 months ago
Free Medical Coverage, Flexible Schedules, and Paid Training
Full-Time Shifts Available:
Monday-Friday:9AM to 4PM
Monday-Friday: 8AM to 4PM
Monday-Friday:8AM to 3PM
Our Mission and Vision:
The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is to positively support and impact the achievement of a Life Without Limits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
UCP of Georgia’s vision is to create a community in which every person, regardless of ability, can participate as an equal citizen. To realize this vision, UCP of Georgia offers supports designed to help people maximize their potential and achieve independent, productive, and rewarding lives.
Job Summary:
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assist in the day-to-day support of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role of UCP of Georgia DSPs involves assisting adults with daily tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, transportation, and social activities. Our DSPs understand the unique strengths and challenges of each individual they serve, tailoring their support to promote personal growth and independence.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provides transportation and supervision for individuals as required to meet employment, recreational and leisure activities.
- Performs inspections of vans and ensures that all training for the safe transport of residents is followed including performing tie downs, seat belt usage.
- Performs housekeeping responsibilities to include but not limited to, kitchens, bathrooms, windows, bedrooms, and floors.
- Maintains all standards when preparing meals and managing diets. Follows guidelines for safe handling of food as well as ensures adequate supplies. Ensures meals are prepared according to Individual Healthcare plans.
- Provides personal care support to individuals which includes changing, dressing, and other ADL’s.
- Completes all documentation and notes as required using the Therap system and other programs.
- Ensures that goals are being completed according to each individual’s ISP.
- Conducts evacuation drills and records results.
- Assists in the planning and facilitation of person-centered outings.
- Completes behavioral tracking logs as required.
- Follows all agency, State and Federal laws and policies. Uses PolicyStat as needed to access policies.
- Completes all required training. Uses Relias to either complete training or register for courses.
- Manages medical emergencies according to the health service plan. Attends doctors appointments, transports residents to medical appointments and emergency room as required and requested.
- Identifies and reports maintenance issues to supervisor or through NetFacilities if available.
- Reports to work promptly and on time and does not leave work until assigned shift ends or has approval from supervisor. Observes policies/procedures governing requests for annual, sick, or other leave time.
- Completes Medication Administration and Proxy training. Administers meds to residents and follows all policies related to MAR entries.
- Tracks vital signs and other health related information for residents.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs with or without accommodations.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to use technology to record notes
Required Certifications and Licenses: Must have valid drivers license, CPR/FA, CPI
