Weekend Direct Support Professional

POSITION DESCRIPTION

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

SEEKING WEEKEND WARRIOR DSP - WORK 32 HOURS GET PAID 36!!!

BASIC FUNCTION

Provides supervision and direct care services and training to clients with intellectual disabilities, including training in skills development, Ensuring proper dosage, administration and distribution of medication in accordance with State regulations.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Conduct, document, and assist with programs and activities for each client, as specified by the Client’s Individualized Support Plan (ISP).

2. Supervise, observe, account for, and interact appropriately with clients.

3. Provide personal care and assistance to clients.

4. Document as required, i.e., data pertaining to clients’ care, clothing inventories, self-help programs, accident reports, behavior reports, etc.

5. Perform required housekeeping duties and related tasks in an acceptable manner.

6. Follow daily work schedule and /or supervisor’s instruction.

7. Treat everyone with dignity and respect.

8. Assist other staff in an effective, professional, cooperative manner when working with them to ensure a pleasant workplace environment for everyone.

9. Dispense oral, inhalation and topical medications to clients under direct supervision of a licensed nurse.

10. Observe clients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurse.

11. Recording medication administration according to agency procedure.

12. Assists the nurse in providing care to the client, which includes observation and reporting of client needs.

13. Recognizes and performs tasks according to level of education and training.

14. Accepts responsibility and accountability for own performance according to state laws and regulations.

15. Performs tasks in an ethical, legal and caring manner.

16. Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare.

17. Respects client’s rights and treat client’s with dignity and respect.

18. Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare.

19. Follow federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others.

20. Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.

21. Perform other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

1. Ensure proper level of supervision for clients.

2. Ensure each client is protected from abuse, neglect and exploitation.

3. Participate in in-service education.

EXPOSURE RISK

High risk of exposure to blood and body fluids when actively performing duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports directly to the Shift Supervisor and Nurse on Duty. Also takes direction from the QIDP of caseload.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Must have minimum, a high school diploma or equivalency. Completion of state specified training course (of not less than 6 hours) and be found competent. Must undergo annual validation timely.

EXPERIENCE

No experience required, on-the-job training provided and course completion.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Sitting, standing bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving intermittently during working hours.

2. Works in assigned areas of the facility.

3. Subject to frequent interruptions.

4. Willingness to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.

5. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs.

6. Subject to cuts, bruises, falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc.

7. May be subjected to infectious diseases, substances, etc.

8. Communications with nurse personnel and other department personnel.

9. May be required to work in cramped spaces.

10. May be required to work in adverse weather conditions.

11. Required to be ON-CALL for emergency situations.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be able to read, write speak the English language.

2. Perform and/or assist other staff in an effective, professional, cooperative manner when

working in conjunction with supervisor, peers, and professional or supportive staff, in all duties required to provide quality care/programs in a pleasant environment for clients.

3. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, clients, visitors, family, etc.

4. Must be of good moral character.

5. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

6. Must have the ability to work harmoniously with other personnel, as well as, be willing to

work with clients regardless of their maturity level or functioning level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (With or without the aid of mechanical devices)

1. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

2. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, and lift without assistance at least 25 pounds.

3. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.

4. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

5. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function

adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

6. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

7. May be required to lift, push, and pull.

8. May be required to lift equipment, supplies, etc.

9. Must have personal integrity, have flexibility, and the ability to work effectively with other

personnel.

9. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times,

hostile clients, family members, visitors, etc.

10. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work

effectively with clients, personnel, and support agencies.

11. Must maintain good grooming and personal hygiene skills and appearance.

I HAVE READ THE ABOVE POSITION DESCRIPTION AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH THEREIN. I HEREBY ACCEPT THE POSITION OF

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL LEVEL II

AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THE REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH AND WILL PERFORM ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY.

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Signature - DSP Level II Date

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Signature - Supervisor Date

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