What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources?

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is seeking a creative and energetic Direct Support Professional to provide assistance in a day program and/or home setting serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Collins, MS. The Direct Support Professional plays a vital role in providing assistance with daily activities, providing emotional support, supervising community outings, and supporting treatment plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support.

This position is currently a part-time position and will have hours to match the needs of the person served.

For 40 years, Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources has served individuals throughout the Pine Belt. Through an extensive continuum of care, we strive to enable adults with serious mental illnesses, children with serious emotional disturbances, and individuals with an addiction or developmental disability to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities. Our thirteen county service area includes Forrest, Hancock, Harrison, Jones, Lamar, Covington, Greene, Jeff Davis, Marion, Pearl River, Perry, Stone and Wayne Counties.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Must be able to obtain MS CDL Class C Driver's License within 60 days of hire

Valid Mississippi Driver's License with satisfactory driving record (no moving violations within 3 years)

Will pass CPR, MANDT, and other required testing

Experience working with the IDD population preferred

Experience assisting others with ADLs preferred

Responsibilities:

Act as models for appropriate behavior.

May provide transportation to and from facilities and to and from activities in the community.

Performs other work-oriented tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Responsible for training participants in skills and conduct daily activities, training, and documentation for IDD day programs.

Will eat lunch on site with participants and take breaks on site.

Will remain on site for entire workday, except as authorized by supervisor.

Demonstrates the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining relationships.

Assists with job exploration, application, trains individuals on job specific duties, and enhances natural supports in work environment to facilitate individual's independence in the work place.

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