Direct Support Professional Positions (DSP)

Overview: DSPs will assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in learning, growing, and achieving greater independence to lead fulfilling lives.

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Duties: The DSP will:

• Ensure risk plans are implemented accurately and safely.

• Support individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, grooming, feeding, toileting, cooking, and cleaning.

• Maintain a safe and healthy living environment.

• Assist individuals in achieving their personal goals.

• Properly utilize adaptive equipment.

• Administer medications in accordance with established guidelines.

• Carry out treatment plans within the defined scope of practice.

• Promote community engagement and participation for those served.

• Communicate effectively with team members.

• Document information accurately and in a timely manner.

• Monitor and report any changes in health or behavior to the support team.

• Help individuals with their cleaning tasks or perform cleaning duties as needed.

• Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments, outings, and shopping.

• Fulfill additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

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NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Job descriptions are revised periodically to meet the needs of the organization.