Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Careers Advancement
- Hiring on the spot
- Training on site
- Paid Training
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Direct Support Professionals shall be responsible for implementing the day-to-day needs of each individual receiving support under the license of IT’S MY LIFE, LLC COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. Direct Support Professionals shall provide learning and support for individuals who have an intellectual disability community-based environment. Direct Support Professionals will also assist with the implementation of Person-Centered Plan and provide learning and support in areas of domestic skill building, community skill building, money management, personal care, community integration activities and behavior intervention. Direct Support Professionals shall also have knowledge of the basic medical aspects concerning individuals with intellectual disabilities to include but not be limited to medication administration (IF REQUIRED), CPR / First Aid, lifting, transferring, bathing and meet all certification requirements needed to execute the necessary job duties. Direct Support Professionals will require the ability to work with various levels of intellectual disabilities that individuals may have. This position also requires knowledge of DBHDS Guidelines and Regulations, and the Office of Human Rights Regulations. Additionally, other responsibilities and duties include the implementation of Person-Centered Plan, Support Checklist and implementing individual supports. This position will be supervised by the Program Supervisor.
MAJOR DUTIES: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUPPORTS
Ø Provide support and learning opportunities for individual’s receiving COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT supports.
Ø Adhere to State licensure, and human rights regulations and guidelines.
Ø Maintain effective quality supports, and appropriate staffing for individual’s receiving supports.
Ø Maintain current, accurate, and appropriate individual records and other relevant documentation involving individuals and programming.
Ø Provide the proper behavioral intervention for individuals.
Ø Treat all individuals receiving supports with dignity and respect at all times.
Ø Provide input regarding the provision of supports for individual’s receiving supports.
Ø Transport individuals to various community sites.
Ø Maintain and renew all First Aid and CPR training and other required certifications necessary to carry out program supports.
Ø Maintain an environment that implements quality health and safety management standards to protect the health, safety, and welfare of individuals.
Ø Adhere to all IT’S MY LIFE, LLC COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT program policies and procedures
Ø Provide and maintain the safe storage and administration of individual medications
Ø Maintain knowledge of current supports by attending workshops / trainings / conferences
Ø Assist individual with fiscal needs budgeting, banking, making purchases during Community Engagement.
Ø Maintain confidentiality and security of individual service records
Ø Lifting a minimum of 25 pounds
Ø Assist with ADL’S as needed
Ø Additionally, other responsibilities and duties assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ø High School Diploma and 1 year of work experience with individuals who have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability.
Ø Valid operator’s driving license
Ø Satisfactory Criminal Records Background Check and Child Registry Background Check
About Us
IT'S MY LIFE, LLC IS A PLACE IN THE COMMUNITY TO CALL HOME! MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY ONE LIFE AT A TIME!!
IT'S MY LIFE, LLC is Licensed through DBHDS Licensing Office. We provide Community Based, Center Based, and Sponsored Residential Services following DBHDS, HCBS, LHRC, and DMAS regulation. IT'S MY LIFE, LLC provides effective and quality services to all persons being served. All members of IML are trained in CPR &First Aid, Medication Management, Behavior Management/Physical Intervention, DSP Orientation Workbook Course and Test, Human Rights Tested, Risk Management, Emergency Preparedness & Response, Autism & Behavioral Competency.
Mission Statement
It's My Life is committed to providing quality Serves that promote integrated community opportunities in meeting diverse needs and request of individuals seeking to enhance their quality of life.
Our Values
Supporting individuals in achieving the highest level of personal independence they can acquire. To Provide qualified professional staff and quality services that encourages individuals to achieve successful community living.
Our Goal
“Make a Difference in OUR Community One LIFE at a Time"
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