Direct Support Professional Day Facility

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of
individuals with developmental disabilities who attend the James L. Maher Center (JLMC) Day Facility
program. This includes direct care of program individuals and implementation of individual plans (IP) and behavior plans (BP). Direct Support Professionals are required to perform all duties in accordance with State of Rhode Island regulations and JLMC’s policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Training

· Completes and maintains all required State mandated trainings such as, Universal Precautions, CPR / First Aid, Signs & Symptoms of Illness & Injury and Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH) CORE trainings within 90 days of employment;

· Attends meetings and training sessions as required by BHDDH and JLMC;

· Completes annual trainings related to Participant’s ISP, BP and related plans;

Daily Programing

· Provides transportation to and from activities;

· Assists in the implementation of individual plans for participants and behavioral plan goals;

· Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their
preferences and individual plans;

· Work collaboratively with Activities Coordinator and Assistants in implementation of activities programs in a way that encourages teamwork and positive outcomes;

· Assists and encourages individuals in the establishment of social networks;

· Promotes participation and involvement in community outings;

· Works all assigned schedules, including but not limited to: arriving and departing on time,
requesting time off in advance, and notifying your supervisor of changes to your assigned work
schedule;

· May be asked to work the occasional evening or weekend.

· Ensures each individuals’ rights are protected;

· Treats individuals with dignity and respect;

Activities of Daily Living

· Ensures individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times;

· Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting,
washing their hands, and eating;

Communication

· Observes individuals for evidence of injury or bruises and evaluates for changes in emotional and physical status;

· Reports any noted problems to the Day Facilities Manager immediately and complete a written incident report form;

· Reports all medical related incidents to the Day Facilities Manager and the delegating nurse;

· Acts as a representative for James L. Maher Center in a professional manner when required, to families, service coordinators, State officials, community partners, local businesses, and employers;

· Represents James L. Maher Center in a professional manner to families, service coordinators,
State officials, and community partners when required;

· Maintains Participant’s confidentiality;

Teamwork

· Assists the Day Coordinators in the preparation for the annual Individual Planning Meeting;

· Treats all individuals and coworkers and with dignity, respect, and fairness;

· Provides support to other team members when individuals are having behavioral issues

Documentation

· Documents all program data, including but not limited to: Daily Activity Sheets, Solona data, individual plan data and behavior plan data, assessments, maintenance requests forms, and supply acquisition forms;

· Documents individual’s health as needed, (i.e. seizure charts, weight, bowel movements, fluid intake);

· Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner;

· Completes communication log books during shift;

· Clocks in and out before and after every shift and submits Leave Request forms when applicable;

Safety

· Assists individuals when entering and exiting vehicles while on community outings, as well as
entering and exiting the building safely;

· Supervises meal times based on individual needs, especially those identified as a risk for choking;

· Observes appropriate staffing ratios as directed by the Individual Plan;

· Reports unsafe conditions, environment, and equipment to the Day Facility Manager

· Follows safety protocols to foster a safe working environment;

All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift/push/pull 50lbs.
A favorable National Criminal Background check along with OIG clearance

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Must be at least 18 years of age

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person