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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL- Supporting Persons with Disabilities in Enhancing their Quality of Life. Evenings, Overnights and Weekend hours available. $10.00/hr.
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL DEFINITION: A qualified individual responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities in their day-to-day living needs; including: habilitation, building community and family/friend supports, supervision, health and safety and providing choices to enhance their quality of life.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides direct support and supervision to individuals.
2. Responds to individuals' changing needs.
3. Maintains/Monitors the safety and cleanliness of home/apartment.
4. Participates in assigned assessments, individualized planning, and skill training and behavioral deceleration programs, including recording data.
5. Observes and reports all health and medical needs of the individuals to Supervisor and keeps parties informed of the individuals' well being.
6. Assists individuals in the self-administration of medications and keeps documentation as assigned.
7. Assists individuals in arranging outings, in making purchases, and providing opportunities for community integration and inclusion.
8. Assists individuals in menu planning, shopping, preparation of meals, and cleanup.
9. Intervenes effectively in response to challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals served.
10. Documents in writing and reports suspected incidents of abuse, exploitation, and neglect to APS, the Director of Services and other appropriate agencies and individuals.
11. Writes incident reports/GER for events that affect the health and safety of individuals.
12. Assist individuals with personal care as needed.
13. Implements training curricula, activity plans and materials which promote the personal and social adjustment, work performance and community integration of individuals
14. Accompanies and/or transports individuals to community events/outings, medical appointments and work.
15. Ensures that inside and outside areas of homes are orderly and well kept.
16. Identifies need for adaptive equipment and follows up on implementation.
17. Conducts and documents fire drills and emergency procedures as necessary.
18. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
General:
1. Maintain appropriate attendance.
2. Adheres to corporate policies and procedures.
3. Maintains required certifications.
4. Attends all mandatory orientation and training activities, scheduled staff meetings and in-services/training as requested by Supervisor.
5. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with individuals, co-workers, parents, agencies, and the public.
6. Uses communication skills to participate effectively as a team member.
7. Uses equipment and supplies efficiently and informs Supervisor of shortages/needs.
8. Documents accurately work performed on time sheets/MITC and task sheets and submits them in a timely manner to Supervisor for approval.
9. Safeguards and keeps confidential all Private and Personal Information regarding individuals with disabilities received in the course of their employment by the Corporation.
10. Practice safe work habits and follow all safety regulations and company procedures.
11. Maintain strictest confidentiality.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent and prior experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred
No record of abuse/neglect or exploitation of others.
Must have or obtain a valid Montana driver's license, have an acceptable driving record, be insurable and present proof of private auto insurance in compliance with Montana State law within 1 month of hire.
Must have or obtain Medication Certification within 30 days of hire.
Must attend Agency Orientation within 30 days of hire.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
Physical effort is required to perform the following: lift or physically assist individuals in daily activities; restrain individuals (following our procedures); carry supplies; perform household cleaning, and move furniture. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. In addition, standing, walking, and bending are required. Both indoor and outdoor activities are required.
Exposure to unpleasant sights, sounds or odors and physical aggression may be encountered.
Exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions.
Scheduling requires flexibility, e.g. Overnights, weekends, change in schedule, additional hours.
Excellent Benefits: Health, Dental and Life Insurance, Generous amounts of Paid Time Off, 403(b) Retirement, Flex Spending and EAP etc.
Must Have: Valid driver license, No history of neglect, abuse or exploitation
Applications available at OPPORTUNITY RESOURCES, INC., 2821 S. Russell, Missoula, MT. 59801 or online at www.orimt.org. Veterans strongly urged to apply. Extensive background checks will be completed. NO RESUMES. "All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status"
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