What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (Community Based) position at ANCHOR BEHAVIORAL SOLUTIONS LLC?
Anchor Behavioral Solutions is looking for potential Community Support Professionals who have a passion for working with adults who are faced with developmental and moderate to severe behavioral challenges. The CSP will assist individuals with intellectual disabilities to reach their individualized goals. Services can take place in the individual’s home or in the community. Support of these individuals will include a variety of tasks that include
but are not limited to community outings, meal prep, assistance with daily living activities and self-care help. This position requires all candidates to have a working vehicle, up-to-date vehicle documents and a valid driver’s license. Use of personal vehicle required for community outings. CSP must possess great interpersonal and problem-solving skills. CSP must also be self-motivated and adaptable to meet the needs of the person served. Support Staff will work under the leadership of the Supervisor of Community Based Supports. CSP will receive training from a Board- Certified Behavioral Analyst to address moderate to severe behavioral challenges when applicable to case.
Schedule for Case:
Every other Friday: 4 pm - 7 pm
Total: 3 hours/week
Minimum Qualifications: Experience working with people with disabilities is not required but recommended. Candidate should possess the following attributes:
Reliability, patience, and the desire to work with people with special needs. A well- qualified candidate will demonstrate Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in these areas:
1. Ability to teach basic daily living skills.
2. Ability to provide personal care.
3. Ability to practice cultural competency and sensitivity.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals,
their families, case managers, and the general public.
5. Ability to apply agency policy and procedure while working with individuals.
6. Ability to clearly document written accounts of your sessions within the required timeframe.
7. Commitment to be sensitive and maintain professional boundaries in the family atmosphere and ability to communicate clearly with the family and the individual.
8. Commitment to providing a person-centered care approach.
9. Ability to work independently
Training and Other Requirements
1. CPR, Crisis Management, and First Aid
2. New Hire Orientation
3. Pass a criminal history review and background check with a clean driving record
4. Pass a drug screening
5. Familiarity with and access to smartphone technology
6. Valid Driver’s License
*Disclaimer: Once/If a position is offered, you will be required to complete a full ABS application*
Schedule for Case:
Every other Friday: 4 pm - 7 pm
Total: 3 hours/week
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.