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Form of workGENERAL FUNCTION:
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide support and training to the program clients by assisting them in the core service areas of: health and safety, personal power and choice, positive recognition by self and others, community integration, constructive relationships, and building skill competence.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLIENT SUPPORT
DSPs perform shift work that is scheduled by the Program Manager based on the needs of the clients and the program. Shifts and sites may change as the client/program needs adjustment. Scheduled work hours may include weekends, split shifts, on call, and work on holidays.
Instruct and support clients in daily living skills (daily cleaning, laundry, basic repairs, and yard work as needed), ensure basic health and hygiene needs are met daily, support meal preparation, leisure activities, community living and integration skills, assist clients in caring for their pets (where applicable), and ensure all related tasks are being completed daily.
Accompany clients to recreational activities, doctor appointments, IISP goal outings or work as appropriate and scheduled.
Observe/monitor clients and document their activities and any incidents or difficulties on appropriate forms per program guidelines and client plans. Report any changes (mental, physical, emotional, or behavioral) to appropriate personnel and document it in client records and Incident Report. Ensure client safety.
COMMUNICATION
Participate in staff meetings and educational trainings as assigned.
Maintain good communication with other staff and Program Manager regarding all aspects of client care, household operations, personnel and VOA/DS business.
Appropriately maintain professional caring relationships with the clients while preserving healthy professional boundaries.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, DSP is frequently required to read, speak, stand, walk and sit.
Must be able to fulfill all documentation and communication duties, including documenting on the computer.
May be required to stand for long periods of time.
Required to physically assist some clients to ensure that safety procedures are followed when transferring, bathing, toileting, and ambulating. Staff may need to physically lift or steady clients using the approved methods.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Staff may be required to subject to drug and alcohol testing in the case of an automobile accident or reasonable suspicion.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job functions.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be fluent and proficient in ASL or demonstrate willingness to learn in given timeframe.
- Must be able to read and understand program requirements and perform required documentation.
- Required to obtain an NAR, CNA, or HCA credential within 120 days of employment.
- Must attend all scheduled training and complete LTC certification within 120 days of employment.
- Washington State driver’s license and the ability to transport clients in an agency provided vehicle.
- Must have and maintain an acceptable background check record per WAC 388-101D-0070 guidelines.
- Must possess basic computer and internet skills.
- Use a smartphone to clock in and out.
Benefits:
- Vacation and Sick Time: accruals are based on hours worked, available to use after 30 days of employment.
- Holidays: 8 paid per year
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flex Spending
- 403(b) Retirement Plan matching
- Paid travel time between clients; Mileage reimbursement; and free trainings
