DSP - Direct Support Professional

POSITION DESCRIPTION - Jasper, In and other surrounding cities

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide person-centered services and supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in their own homes in the community. DSPs play a vital role in helping people live a meaningful and purposeful life in the direction of their choice. DSPs actively teach, coach, mentor, and encourage people to embrace and increase their independence and meet their personal goals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

PERSON-CENTERED SERVICES AND SUPPORTS

Follow the PCISP and BSP

Actively engage with people throughout the day

Provide daily support to people to make progress on their PCISP outcomes.

Maintain records and documentation per established procedures.

SELF-DETERMINATION AND ADVOCACY

Provide daily support to people to understand and exercise their rights.

Provide daily support to people to make choices for themselves.

Provide daily support to people to voice opinions and concerns.

COMMUNITY EQUITY

Assist people with planning and participating in meaningful activities.

Provide daily support to people to explore community interests, activities, and resources.

Provide daily support to people to develop friendships, relationships, and natural supports.

Provide transportation to community activities and appointments.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Provide daily support as needed for personal care and hygiene.

Ensure a person’s home is clean and in good repair.

Assist with meal planning and preparation.

Report incidents timely and accurately per established procedures

Administer and document medications as prescribed.

Implement a person’s Risk Issue Protocols

Assist with health and medical appointments.

Monitor and document health-related issues.

FLEXIBILITY AND COLLABORATION

Use flexible and creative approaches to keep people engaged throughout the day.

Communicate issues timely with Compass supervisors.

Maintain professional interactions with internal and external partners.

CONTINUOUS AGENCY IMPROVEMENT

Maintain compliance with training requirements.

Participate in quality improvement activities.