Direct Support Professional III/SAP Writer

5 days ago


Harlingen, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Description:

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Direct Support Professional III/SAP Writer to join our team at the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in providing support and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Organize and coordinate leisure activities for individuals served, ensuring they are age-appropriate, based on their individualized interests, and meaningful in reaching their goals.
  • Monitor that individuals served are provided with a variety of quality leisure opportunities on campus and in the local community settings.
  • Provide information to individuals served and responsible staff regarding activities being offered on and off campus.
  • Follow-up with individuals served and staff to verify quality of activities and services, and assist with adjusting activities and services to better meet the individuals' needs and preferences.
  • Prepare and provide feedback reports to the Active Treatment Coordinator Supervisor regarding the on-going monitoring of activities and services offered.
  • Work closely with the Active Treatment Coordinator Supervisor and Recreation Program Manager to ensure the delivery of high-quality active treatment services.
  • Maintain inventory and order recreational supplies on each home in their respective unit assigned.
  • Develop initiative and imaginative ideas to ensure individuals are engaged in meaningful and functional activities.
  • Monitor scheduled activities to ensure quality delivery of active treatment services.

Requirements:
  • Ability to make decisions and use good judgment when dealing with critical incidents.
  • Ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency situation.
  • Ability to demonstrate proper body mechanics, good posture, and proper lifting techniques.
  • Knowledge of individual care techniques and of treatment, therapy, and developmental programs or to learn these through training.
  • Ability to provide individual care, administer first aid and/or CPR, perform Ukeru (once trained), and conduct Safe Use of Restraint (SUR).
  • Ability to communicate effectively and to train/mentor/coach others.
  • Ability to work effectively with others and as a member of a team.

Working Conditions:
This position is required to drive a state-owned vehicle. The employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee must also be able to work in a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with others.

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