Youth Direct Support Professional
2 weeks ago
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
- Career Advancement
- Company Trips (Expenses Paid)
REQUIREMENTS:
· High School Diploma;
· 21+ years of age;· Valid driver’s license and clear driving and background record;· Ability to drive company vehicles;· One to two years’ experience working with teens and/or people with developmental disabilities;· Ability to lift/push/pull 50lbs; and· Ability to work on holidays and during inclement weather.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Training
ü Complete and maintain all required State mandated 245D trainingsü Attend meetings and training sessions as required by 245D trainings and A New Direction;ü Complete annual trainings.
Daily Programing
ü Provide transportation to and from activities;ü Assist in the implementation of individual plans for individuals and behavioral plan goals;ü Assist individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans;ü Assist and encourage individuals in the establishment of social networks;ü Promote participation and involvement in community outings;ü Work all assigned schedules, including but not limited to: arriving and departing on time, requesting time off in advance, and notifying your supervisor of changes to your assigned work schedule;ü Ensure each individuals’ rights are protected; andü Treat individuals with dignity and respect.
Activities of Daily Living
ü Administer medications to individuals as assigned;ü Observe individuals for any changes in behavior or health that may have resulted from medication administration;ü Ensure individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times;ü Assist and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, washing their hands, and eating;ü Prepare nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences;ü Encourage individuals to assist in the preparation of meals and snacks as appropriate to their individual plan and behavior plan;ü Keep residence – both interior and exterior – and resident personal space clean, organized, and tidy and encourage them to participation in home beautification and upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plans;ü Teach individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate according to their individual plan;ü Cleaning task as assigned and/or associated with client specific activities. (i.e., restrooms, dishes, common areas, and bedrooms).
Communication
ü Observe individuals for evidence of injury or bruises and evaluates for changes in emotional and physical status;ü Report any noted problems to the direct manager immediately and complete a written incident report form;ü Report all medical related incidents to the direct manager and the delegating nurse;ü Act as a representative for A New Direction a professional manner when required, to families, service coordinators, state officials, community partners, local businesses, and employers;ü Represent A New Direction for Youth in a professional manner to families, service coordinators, state officials, and community partners when required;ü Maintain resident confidentiality; andü Communicate with direct manager when items related to individual personal needs and personal space needs to be purchased.
Teamwork
ü Assist the direct manager and COO in the preparation for the annual Individual Planning Meeting;ü Treat all individuals and coworkers and with dignity, respect, and fairness; andü Provide support to other team members when individuals are having behavioral issues.
Documentation
ü Document all program data, including but not limited to: individual plan data, behavior plan data, community integration logs, assessments, individual funds requests, mileage logs, maintenance requests forms, and supply acquisition forms;ü Document individuals’ health (i.e. seizure charts, weight, bowel movements, fluid intake.);ü Ensure that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner;ü Ensure Medication Administration Record (MAR) entries are completed daily;ü Complete communication logbooks during shift;ü Clock in and out before and after every shift and submit Leave Request when applicable.
Safety
ü Assist individuals when entering and exiting vehicles while on community outings, as well as entering and exiting the building safely;ü Supervise meal times based on individual needs, especially those identified as a risk for choking;ü Observe appropriate staffing ratios as directed by the IP;ü Report unsafe conditions, environment, and equipment to the Residential Program Coordinator;ü Follow safety protocols to foster a safe working environment; andü All other duties as assigned.
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