Community Habilitation
4 weeks ago
Community Habilitation Job Description- Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Safety: Security, Environment, Health
Ø Maintains an environment that is healthy, safe, peaceful and comfortable
Ø Assists individual(s) supported with healthcare visits
Ø Follows all policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments
Programmatic: Choice, Active treatment, Community resources
Ø Implements individual support plans as written
Ø Provides assistance and support to individual(s) in activities of daily living
Ø Teaches appropriate skills and involves individual(s) supported in meaningful and valued activities
Ø Provides and seeks out opportunities for individual(s) supported to make choices
Ø Obtains knowledge of individual(s) supported desired outcomes and works to ensure they are integrated into daily activities
Rights, Dignity and Respect:
Ø Incorporates time, space, and opportunity for privacy in the life of individual(s) supported
Ø Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s) supported
Ø Knows, advocates and respects the rights of individual(s) supported
Ø Treats all individual(s) supported, families, coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect
Community involvement:
Ø Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships
Ø Develops and facilitates community connections and relationships
Ø Assists individual(s) supported in developing and following a person centered schedule
Ø Aids individual(s) supported to participate in activities of their choosing
Ø Provides opportunities for activities in various settings
Ø Encourages individual(s) supported to give back to the community
Customer Service and Excellence:
Ø Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported, families
Ø Maintains the property of the agency and of the individual(s) supported
Ø Networks with coworkers, the community and other professionals to find better ways to include individual(s) supported in routine life activities
Ø Builds inclusive opportunities in the community for individual(s) supported
Accountability:
Ø Handles and maintains individual honestly and accurately with appropriate documentation
Ø Follows all agency policies and procedures
Ø Takes initiative in performing additional tasks as needed or as assigned
Ø Provides clear, accurate and timely records and documentation
Professional Conduct:
Ø Provides positive and appropriate feedback to coworkers, team members, supervisors and agency representatives
Ø Participates in and completes periodic training and certification as required
Ø Reports all concerns to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner
Ø Attends and participates in all assigned meetings, sharing ideas, discussing issues openly and honestly
Ø Maintains confidentiality of records/information according to HIPAA, State, Federal laws and guidelines
Ø Reports all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor
Ø Displays conduct in the community that enhances the image of individual(s) supported and the agency
Qualifications Direct Support Professional
Ø At least 19 years of age
Ø Valid NYS ID or driver’s license
Ø High school diploma or equivalent
Ø Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical
Ø Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
Ø Requires basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
Ø Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self help skills
Ø Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior
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