Direct Support Professional - Pearl Buck Center : Job Details

Available shifts:

Monday-Friday

Tuesday-Saturday

Sunday-Thursday

POSITION SUMMARY: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing individualized direct support to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This is achieved by assisting people who receive services from Pearl Buck Center to reach their person-centered goals for attendant care, community employment, day support activities, employment path, small group supported employment and supported living while maintaining a safe and encouraging environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate respect and promote choice for supported individuals.
• Promote the rights of supported individuals and contribute to an environment that is free of neglect, abuse and/or exploitation.
• Follow Individualized Support Plans (ISPs) for supported individuals to achieve desired outcomes and provide supports as indicated.
• Assist supported individuals (as applicable to the person) with the following supports:
• self-care, self awareness, and life skills to maximize their level of independence.
• activities of daily living such as personal hygiene and personal care through hands-on assistance, supervision or cueing.
• acquiring, retaining, and improving skills to use available community resources and improving self-awareness and self-control.
• acquiring, retaining, and improving expressive and receptive skills in verbal and non-verbal language, social responsiveness, social amenities and interpersonal skills.
• orienting and supervising supported individuals in performing community jobs, ensuring alignment with employer specifications and Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• vocational skills such as mobility, work schedules, appropriate attire, and social interactions while encouraging independence.
• assist with managing transportation for supported individuals ensuring safe and timely transport.
• other needs of the individual as identified by the team.
• Maintain accurate records and daily data entries, ensuring compliance with program, agency, State, Federal and licensing This may include: writing progress notes and GER's, documenting attendance, monitoring goal tracking, collecting individual's work schedules and pay stubs..
• Keep a working knowledge of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) for all supported individuals and ensure all required documents are signed and completed in a timely manner after reviewing plans.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate ongoing communication and consultation with employers, community partners, home providers, supervisors, and co-workers to support client success in the workplace and community.
• Provide mobility assistance within the building and in the community, ensuring adherence to supported individuals
• Participate in cross-training in other areas as needed to support the overall functioning of the ACS Department.
• Ensure workflow and/or procedures are kept up-to-date for owned tasks
• Maintain all safety plans, safety protocols and techniques within the workplace
• Maintain an accurate daily record on timesheet of hours worked
• Acts responsive and engaged with developing a positive work environment which includes providing honest, respectful and direct feedback to other staff, participating in team meetings, team development, personal training plans, respecting diversity and differences among staff, supported individuals and stakeholders.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings, six week new hire orientation training, one-on-one monthly check-ins with supervisor, monthly training and Department meetings.
• Ensure you are taking a trauma informed care and person centered approach when supporting individuals at Pearl Buck Center.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Dependable transportation; valid Oregon driver's license with driving record sufficient to qualify to drive agency vehicles
• Ability to pass an Oregon Department of Human Services background check
• Must be able to meet minimum training requirements and complete renewals as required for Oregon Intervention Systems (OIS), CPR and First Aid Certification, Mandatory Abuse, Bloodborne Pathogens and ODDS Core Comps.
• Experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred but not required

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

The physical effort typically applied in this job may include: Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Carrying, Reaching, Bending, Keying/Typing, Driving, Standing, Walking, Speaking and Repetition. Much of this will depend on the specific demands of the supported individuals' job placement. No lifting of 50 pounds or more.

MENTAL OR VISUAL DEMAND:

Continuous mental and visual focus is required while working with supported individuals.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work conditions will vary depending on the location of the job site, facilities site and /or community site.
• Working conditions may include exposure to weather, cold, heat, dust, noise, chemicals or may be in a climate controlled and regulated environment
• Appropriate personal protective equipment will be supplied if needed.

ATTENDANCE:

• This position requires availability based on supported individual and program needs.
• It is imperative that attendance protocols are adhered to via the ACS callout procedures.

SAFETY:

• There is never a good reason to risk your own personal safety or that of a co-worker, supported individuals, community partners, home providers, case management entities or business partners.
• Being proactive to prevent injuries or incidents is an expectation
• All injuries or incidents, no matter how small, must be reported

FLSA:

• The position of Direct Support Professional is a non-exempt position
• Non-Exempt positions are eligible for overtime pay

EEO CLASSIFICATION:

• The position of Direct Support Professional is considered a Category (9) Service Worker