Residential DSP

Job DescriptionJob Description

High School diploma or GED; valid driver’s license required; Background Checks and Drug Screens are required; must be able to express thoughts in writing; must be able to accept responsibility with minimal supervision; able to understand and implement written policies and verbal instructions; experience with disabled adults preferred; must be able to lift 30 lbs.; must be able to certify in MAC; CPR and First Aid; CPI certified. Shifts may vary based on agency need: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Must work some weekends.  Must plan to work holidays as assigned; able to attend some evening meetings.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

1. Responsible for following SCLH activities:
   1. Reliably assess service needs of residents and report such to Residential Coordinator;
   2. Participate in development and implementation of resident’s Individual Support Plan (ISP);
   3. Assist clients in menu selection and preparation of balanced meals;
   4. Prepare, with clients, necessary food lists and submit for approval to Residential Coordinator;
   5. Insure clients maintain house and grounds to comply with appropriate standards and general cleanliness;
   6. Ensure adequate inventories are available for weekend or other relief staff;
   7. Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, staff, neighbors, resident families and the public.
2. Responsible for providing direct services to residents:
   1. Will contact on-call supervisor or appropriate staff to insure proper emergency medical care is provided when needed;
   2. Identify and respond appropriately in a timely manner to needs and requests of residents;
   3. Provide individual instruction and training in accordance to the ISP (i.e., training with food preparation, physically assisting residents with household upkeep, bathing, laundry, etc.);
   4. Ensure safety of residents and immediately report hazardous conditions to appropriate staff;
   5. Administer and document administering prescribed medication, as required with zero error tolerance; errors are to be reported immediately to MAS Nurse.
3. Responsible for the completion and/or maintenance of required reports:
   1. Complete and submit all required accident/incident and other reports on a timely basis;
   2. Complete and insure timely entries to online database (THERAP);
   3. Document all training;
   4. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all resident information.
4. Transport residents to functions, appointments or recreational activities in agency vehicles *ONLY IF INSURABLE TO DRIVE UNDER AWE/Arc INSURANCE*

a. To emergency room as directed;

b. Properly operate vehicle in compliance with AWE/Arc policies and state and local laws;

c. Ensure that all passengers conform to safety and personal conduct policies;

d. Submit all maintenance/repair requests to transportation supervisor.

1. Responsible for attending required in-services and other staff meetings.
2. From time to time will perform additional tasks in support of the SCLH or its residents.

Company DescriptionWe are an agency that provides daily training and group home opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities.Company DescriptionWe are an agency that provides daily training and group home opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

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