Job Description - Senior Direct Support Professional
Description
Position at Community Options, Inc.
Community Options, Inc.is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now hiring a Full-TimeSenior Direct Support Professionalsin theEast Valley,AZarea. The Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP)is responsible forproviding person-centered care tailoredto meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will alsosupport a team with day-to-day operations and challenges as a team leader for an assigned location.
Responsibilities
Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored totheir Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
Assistwith training team members to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines,and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Assistwith daily routines including cleaning, cooking established meal plans, feeding,medication administration, andmaintainingpersonal hygiene
Monitorthe health and medical needs of individuals andimmediatelyreport any concerns
Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately andtimely
Participatewith individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, wellmaintained, and stocked with necessarysupplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies
Additionaltasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, orinvestigation
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Ability toestablisha comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receivingsupports
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
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