Direct Support Professional

4 weeks ago

Bellingham, Washington, United States Evergreen Supported Living Full time
Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Evergreen Supported Living is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to provide support and advocacy to individuals with developmental disabilities as Direct Support Professionals. This role is ideal for those interested in medical and social work fields.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Establish a supportive relationship with clients to ensure effective instruction, support, and service delivery.
  • Assist clients in promoting independence, learning basic living skills, and adapting to the community environment.
  • Provide personal care, home management, meal planning, shopping, and health maintenance support.
  • Implement Positive Behavioral Support using identified strategies in the Positive Behavioral Support Plan.
  • Interact with family/guardians, client extended support team, case managers, peer providers, coworkers, and the public in a positive and professional manner.
  • Provide client transportation as necessary to support client needs.
  • Utilize Individualized Instruction and Support Plan to facilitate client goals and participate in annual and as-needed client assessment processes.
  • Promote teamwork through respectful interactions with other staff.
  • Maintain daily progress notes and documentation in accordance with ESL policies and program standards.
  • Perform cleaning, minor repairs, and maintenance at assigned sites and maintain cleanliness of agency vehicles.
  • Participate in scheduled staff meetings, trainings, and other meetings as required.
  • Assist clients in being actively involved in daily activities to achieve greater independence using strength-based, person-centered planning.
  • Prepare, maintain, and submit required client documentation according to ESL policies and procedures.
  • Provide quality care for all stages of client life and in settings outside of the client home as required.
  • Maintain State required certifications and annual continuing education credits.
  • Provide training and orientation for new staff and members of the client care team to ensure continuity of care.
  • Maintain all client appointments in Therap and communicate with the care team to ensure all staff are aware and prepared for client medical appointments.
  • Facilitate client health through assisting clients to identify health concerns, schedule and participate in healthcare appointments, document physician instructions, and communicate outcomes to the care team.
  • Provide medication assistance and administration under the supervision of a registered nurse and according to ESL policies, state practices, and standards.
  • Assist clients with pericare, toileting, bathing, and other hygiene and grooming tasks in a manner that promotes respect and dignity.
  • Clean and sanitize client homes, agency spaces, and vehicles in compliance with ESL infection control procedures.
  • Promote DSHS Residential Service Guidelines values in all client care.
Requirements:
  • Employee must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certification in CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens/Food Handlers Card.
  • Nursing Assistant Registration (NAR).
  • Ability to proficiently read, write, and communicate.
  • Must have and maintain a valid state driver's license with no restrictions, proof of good driving record, and retain the ability to be insured through ESL's insurance provider.
  • Must be able to pass and maintain a DSHS background check and fingerprint clearance.
  • Must be able to successfully complete all required training in the required time allotted.
  • Must be able to physically transfer, assist with transfers, and/or lift clients who require physical assistance.
  • Must be able to reach, stand, bend, and assist clients with physical activities.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times to assist clients.
  • An essential function is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Preferred Qualifications & Education:
  • Familiarity with medical terminology.
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities or employment and/or skills that are commensurate with responsibilities of the position.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with peers and management.
COVID-19 Considerations:
  • Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19; including 2 doses of a 2-dose series, or 1 dose of a 1-dose series prior to start of employment.
  • Proof of vaccination required at time of hire.
  • Personal protective equipment provided, and/or required.
  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place.

Wage Scale: $21.12 - 24.49 per hour

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