Direct Support Professional

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Direct Support Professionals exhibit compassion, support clients, and ensure a safe environment. They foster independence and personal choice by assisting clients in acquiring necessary skills, such as social behavior and independent living skills so they have greater self-reliance in their day-to-day lives.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and good driving record.
• Must have the ability to interpret and implement all plans: PCISP, Behavior Plan, Health Risk Management Plan, Medication Administration
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and be able to follow all written and oral instructions.
• Must have completed all areas of required training with a competency score of 80% or above.
• Obtain Medication Administration Certification with the PCS Nurse
• CPR training must stay current
• Must have negative TB or chest x-ray.
• Must meet all requirements of the Criminal Background checks

Specific Responsibilities:

• Direct Support Professionals must complete all required documentation at the end of every scheduled shift as outlined in the employee handbook
• Monitors, reports, and documents all needs, changes, and conditions of the clients.
• Delivers individualized care for clients in compliance with Person-Centered Individual Support Plans (PCISP), Behavior Support Plans (BSP), Health Risk Plans, and Medication Administration.
• DSP adheres to all HIPAA regulations and promptly reports any violations to their supervisor.
• Assists clients in their daily living activities, which include bathing, dressing, toileting, and other domestic tasks. Additionally, you’ll handle home maintenance duties such as cleaning, laundry, and routine housekeeping.
• Operate PCS vehicles in compliance with company policies and governmental statutes.
• Transport and accompany clients to appointments, outings, and shopping as needed
• Assists, accompanies, and documents the client’s participation in community outings and recreational experiences.
• Create a safe and supportive environment that caters to client’s needs, self-expression, and aspirations. Additionally, ensure the protection and respect of the client’s home and personal belongings.
• Ensures the rights of the clients are protected and exercised at all times.
• Observes and documents the clients’ health needs as well as any incidents and promptly reports to supervisor.
• Maintain PCS medication certification through PCS Nurse
• Educates the client on medication and side effects as ordered by physicians or assists the client if self-medication has been approved
• During each shift, ensure that active client education is completed and documented. This includes discussing the consequences of client choices, promoting healthy eating habits, and emphasizing proper hygiene.
• Ensures compliance with all Policies and Procedures of Phoenix Community Services.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal and States Regulations.
• Attends Scheduled In-Service Training and home meetings as required.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.
• Annual Pay Increase

Reporting Responsibility: This position reports to the RSC, QIDP, and Administration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person