What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Direct Support Professional position at The Arc of Bristol County?
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Tuesday-Saturday 12:00pm-8:00pm, 40 hours/week
Locations: the lead DSP will potentially work in Attleboro, Rehoboth, Swansea and Dighton MA areas within multiple residential homes.
Pay: $23/hour until MAP certified, then $24.25/hour
General Description
Lead DSP provides a range of assistance that is appropriate and necessary for the supported individual’s health and well-being. The Lead DSP support allows the supported individual to accomplish activities of daily living including but not limited to eating, toileting, dressing, bathing, transferring and ambulation. The Lead DSP is a hybrid position, with 32 hours in the staffing ratio and 8 hours of administrative time. This role incorporates Behavioral Supports, Clinical Data Tracking, implementing PBS strategies and DSP work. This is a DSP position with elevated Clinical Responsibilities.
Lead DSP report directly to and receive weekly and/or as needed support and supervision from the Clinical Director.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma required
- At least 18 years of age
- MAP certification preferred, required within first 90 days of employment
- First Aid/CPR certification
- Completion of TB screening and testing
- Completion of Physical including transportation/transfer addendum
- Safe driving record, current driver’s license, personal vehicle, and current motor vehicle liability insurance required, ability to successfully pass criminal background checks
- 2 years experience working with PBS or de-escalation strategies.
Job Responsibilities
The position includes the following responsibilities. Responsibilities are based upon the needs of the individual supported and may vary depending on their unique needs and goals
- Communicates effectively with the individual to whom they provide services
including his or her family
- Provides assistance with activities of daily living including personal care,
nutrition, and supporting individuals on medical appointments.
- Supports individuals in increasing and/or maintaining their everyday
independence within their homes and communities by assisting with
household duties including cooking, laundry and shopping
- 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, 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, etc.) and completes all required trainings 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 member
- Any other job related duties as assigned by site managers and Clinical Director
- Collect and Compile Behavior Data, MTP tracking and report to Prescriber and Clinician and Management Team.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The Arc of Bristol County!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $24.25 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $24
