Direct Support Professional - Independent Supported Living (Apartment Program)

Description:

About Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS)

While Alpert JFS is grounded in compassion and guided by Jewish values, our employees come from diverse faith backgrounds and are invested in the agency’s mission to strengthen our entire community by empowering individuals and families through the delivery of comprehensive human services.

Since 1974, Alpert JFS, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, has strengthened and enriched the lives of men, women, and children of all ages. We do this through a continuum of focused programs addressing the well-being of children and families of all ages, the independence and well-being of older adults, and the optimal quality of life for individuals with special needs.

The Direct Support Professional assists residents and supports the work of the Residential Care Manager with specific tasks, allowing the resident to live independently in a supported apartment setting.

Direct Support Professional Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist residents of the apartment program to support client care plan and help execute life skill such as grooming, hygiene, time management, housekeeping, personal safety skills, and basic emergency skills
• Ensures the safety of the client and the residence to minimize accidents and protect the client’s well-being
• Provide transportation to doctor’s appointments, recreational programs and shopping
• Administer medications to clients when requested/needed
• Maintain appropriate documentation in the program communication log and in the client’s files.
• Complete incident reports when needed/required timely
• Attend meetings and training sessions to meet quality and program standards

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience required, working with special needs population preferred
• Valid FL License and good driving record
• Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing
• Annual medical certification to perform job functions
• Able and willing to drive a twelve (12) passenger van
• Good written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with various employees throughout the organization