Community Direct Support Professional

Job#1586

Sunday-Thursday 10:00am-6:00pm, 40 hours/week

General Description

Direct Support Professionals provide direct assistance, support services and/or employment related supports to support the needs of individuals with disabilities and/or their families. The Direct Support Professional reports directly to and receives weekly and/or as needed support and supervision from their Team Supervisor and/or department director.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma required

At least 18 years of age

Associates or Bachelor Degree in Human Services or related field/one year experience working with people with disabilities and their families preferred

Safe driving record, current driver’s license, personal vehicle, and current motor vehicle liability insurance required, ability to successfully pass criminal background checks

Job Responsibilities

The position includes the following responsibilities. Responsibilities are based upon the needs of the individuals and families and may vary depending on their unique needs and goals:

• Supports individuals and when appropriate their families in identifying need areas

and goals that the individual wishes to achieve

• Supports individuals in increasing and/or maintaining their everyday

independence within their homes and communities

• Supports individuals to participate in activities or events of their choice, to be

active members in their communities, to overcome any identified barriers to being

included in any chosen activity, to maintain and/or expand personal relationships,

etc.

• Assists individuals to further their social and communication skills

• Provides a sounding board for the individual’s day-to-day concerns, as well as,

encourages individuals to increase their own self advocacy skills surrounding

pertinent issues

• Encourages individuals to understand and protect their Human Rights

• Encourages and respects choice making in all areas of life and when needed

informs individual of natural consequences of choices made

• Supports individuals in achieving and maintaining their own personal well-being

and safety

• Assists individuals with medical, dental, and other appointments as needed

• Assists individuals with maintaining their benefits as needed

• Assists individuals in connecting with community resources as needed

• Provides transportation as needed

• Maintains open communication and works with all team members

• Completes needed documentation that may include weekly time sheet, daily

progress notes, ISP objective tracking forms, incident reports, medical and dental

forms, etc., in a timely manner

• Provides reliable and appropriate service to individuals and families

• Maintains necessary certifications (CPR, First Aid, Services/Supports, NCI, medication/core, etc.) and completes all required training in a timely manner in

accordance with training requirements

• Participates in routine established for support and supervision with direct

supervisor

• Provides supports/services as directed by families who have established supports

for their family members

• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or Director

Company Overview

The Arc of Bristol County, operating as proAbility, is a dedicated non-profit agency committed to supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities (DD/ID) across various community-based settings. Our mission is to empower individuals through comprehensive services including residential supports, day programs, home-based treatment, and family assistance throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and become an integral part of our caring team at The Arc of Bristol County!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21