Direct Support Professional - Personal Supports Program
Target Community Educational Services, Inc. Westminster
JOB DESCRIPTION
Direct Support Professional
Personal Support Program
PositionSummary: Assist in the supervision and training of individuals in the
Personal Support setting where they are living.
Qualifications: Minimum
high school diploma; experience working with intellectual disabilitiespreferred; excellent driving record, clear background check.
ESSENTIAL
DUTIES:
A.AGENCY
essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
complies with all required policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines of
Target and has a clear understanding of the specific regulations used in their
department. Follows regulations and guidelines when carrying out duties and
responsibilities.
completes all required in-service trainings and completes re-certifications as
required; demonstrates a clear understanding of the issues presented in
trainings; is eager to expand knowledge; keeps current with relevant changes
and take appropriate steps to obtain needed information.
in accordance with the philosophy, mission, and goals of the agency.
professional collaborative with all internal and external stakeholders in
modeling a safe, supportive, and respectful demeanor, ensuring the highest
quality services to all Target participants.
Takes appropriate
action based on circumstances; provides pertinent and comprehensive informationto supervisory personnel.
ability to manage personal time by being punctual and gives sufficient notice
to immediate supervisor in case of tardiness or absenteeism per Target’s
Attendance Policy.
appropriate role model and representative of Target as an agency as well as
those employed by Target and those served. Choose appropriate personal attire
based on the circumstances. Maintains appropriate overall appearance and
demonstrates proper personal hygiene per Target’s Attire and Grooming Policy.
willingness to perform all essential duties and job functions with the safety
of the participants and self as a top priority; adheres to and complies with
all safety guidelines taught in trainings.
B. DIRECT CARE
care services and training to individuals.
- As needed, assist individuals in their activities of
daily living (ADL’s) daily personal care and grooming, including care of body, hair, teeth, and clothing, etc.
b)Assist
individuals in the development of leisure time activities and recreation by
encouraging participation in these activities or if need be, attending these
activities with the individual. Leisure and recreation include activities that
are done outside of what is on the Person-Centered Plan (PCP). This can include but is not limited to; Special Olympics practices and competitions, meeting up with friends, gymmembership and attendance, class participation, volunteering opportunities.
- Assist with the learning of new skills, in the home
and in the community. This may include
but is not limited to, situational awareness, laundry completion, mealpreparation, fitness class attendance.
- When applicable assist with virtual experiences and
supports. There may be times when
virtual support is needed. These will beprovided via Google Meets.
- Maintain a family, individual or group-type atmosphere
- Assist individuals in maintaining contact with family
- Encourage individuals to share their daytime
transportation of individuals in DSP’s personal vehicle to community
events. This always includes the
maintenance of a valid driver’s license and proper insurance.
Maintain close
contact with Program Coordinator to ensure a unified, consistent trainingprogram for supported individuals.
needed according to their behavioral program plans. The position also requires the ability to
stand, bend, reach, lift 50 pounds, maneuver wheelchairs, and perform safe
transfers of individuals.
communicate instructions and directions to the clients in a manner that is
easily understandable. This requires fluency in speaking the primary language
of the clients.
willingness to perform essential job functions and duties with the safety of
the clients and self being a top priority and adhere to and comply with all
safety guidelines taught in trainings.
required documentation, including but not limited to; Clocking in and out of
shift utilizing the Maryland ISAS EVV system, Communication logs on CIMS, and
filling out timesheet on Paylocity.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Other dutiesas assigned by Supervisors.
SUPERVISION: The position is supervised by Program Coordinators and the Director of Personal
Supports.
EVALUATION: After an initial three-month period, then annually during term of employment.
TERMS: This
is a Class 2, part-time/full-time, hourly, non-exempt position based on neededcoverage. This position is considered “essential” to maintain operations and
services to participants.
Benefits: All full-time employees working at least Sixty hours per pay period are
eligible for health, vision, and dental benefits in addition to paid time off. Bothfull and part-time employees are eligible for retirement and Sick amp; Safe Leave.
Starting salary rangesfrom $22.00 - $24.00 per hour at our Carroll County Office, and $23.00 - $25.00
per hour at our Montgomery County Office.
Target Community Educational Services, Inc.Westminster (MD)
POSITION SUMMARY: To provide direct support to participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote their personal and professional growth in both employment, community, and day program settings.
QUALIFICATION: A high school...
Mechanicsburg (PA), 44 mi from Westminster (MD)
with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language
Preferred, but not required:
• Previous Personal Care Aide, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional, or Direct Care Worker...
Baltimore, 34 mi from Westminster (MD)
Overview:
The Direct Support Professional will be responsible for providing direct training and support for individuals in the areas of personal supports, community engagement, and job-related skills.
This staff member will spend the majority...