What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional P43-00002 position at Fitzmaurice Community Services, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $17.00
- PAID TRAINING
No ExperienceRequired
Days / Hours : Sunday - Thursday 7am-3pmFT 40hrs / wk
GENERALSUMMARY : (General Purpose of the Job)
Performs duties as delegated by Program Manager in licensed community residential facility for persons with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Primary Responsibilities)
Some duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency depending on the program.
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.
Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.
Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.
Medication Administration
Assist in organizing and participating in leisure / recreation activities.
Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.
Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.
Follow Agency policy and procedures.
To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.
CONNECT FUNCTIONS :
Read and add to program Whiteboard / Home Page as every shift
Edit & complete your Connect time schedule block daily
Enter Daily Notes for the individuals for whom you have provided services by the conclusion of your work day
Enter Shift Notes and add to Individuals Comment Log as needed
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS :
High School Diploma or equivalent (as per program requirements)
18 years or older - 21 years or older Personal Care Homes
Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard
Valid U.S. Drivers License and able to be insured on company policy
JOB REQUIREMENTS :
Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment.
Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as : transferring individual for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.
Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED / First Aid.
Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs.
Candidate will behave in professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meeting
Unconventional Schedules; Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24 / 7, 365 days per year
Basic computer skills
Maintain annual required training hours for position
Salary : $17
