Direct Support Professional DSP P11-00001

***PAID TRAINING***

Days/Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:00pm Total: FT 40hrs./wk.

GENERAL SUMMARY: (General Purpose of the Job)
Performs duties as delegated by Program Manager in licensed community residential facility for persons with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Primary Responsibilities) 
Some duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency depending on the program.

• Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.
• Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.
• Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.
• Medication Administration
• Assist in organizing and participating in leisure/recreation activities.
• Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.
• Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.
• Follow Agency policy and procedures.
• To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
• High School Diploma or equivalent (as per program requirements)
• 18 years or older - 21 years or older Personal Care Homes
• Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and able to be insured on company policy

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment.
• Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as: transferring individual for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.
• Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED/ First Aid.
• Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs. 
• Candidate will behave in professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meeting
• Unconventional Schedules; Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24/7, 365 days per year
• Basic computer skills
• Maintain annual required training hours for position

EOE