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Direct Support ProfessionalThe Arc of High Point • High Point, NC, US
Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

The Arc of High Point • High Point, NC, US
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Job Description

Job Description
Benefits:
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Direct Support Professional---Job Description
Direct Support Professionals work with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities by creating person-centered plans, teaching self-care skills, cooking meals and doing laundry.

Qualifications:
  • Must have a high school or equivalent diploma and be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to read, write and follow directions.
  • Must be in good physical, mental and emotional health.
  • Must complete and keep current necessary training and documentation.
  • Must be willing to obtain additional training.
  • Must work under the supervision of the Coordinator, Director and the Qualified Professional (QP).
  • Must maintain confidentiality of information about participants, records, personnel practices, and Company business affairs.
  • Must be an Advocate for people with disabilities and to teach members of the community to treat people we support with dignity and respect by modeling positive attitudes and respectful communication and interactions.
Specific Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the health and safety of our participants.
  • Helps and assists with daily activities and programs that encourage positive interactions.
  • Maintains a clean and safe environment.
  • Provides transportation to and from services and throughout the day.
  • Must maintain a valid drivers license, operable vehicle, valid tags and auto insurance.
  • Keeps abreast of the various medications used by the participants.
  • Is capable of detecting signs of illness or dysfunction. Has the basic skills required to meet the health needs and problems of the participants, including but not limited to first aid in the presence of an accident or illness.
  • Provides a normal and individualized atmosphere appropriate to the needs of the participants.
  • Participates in person centered planning by providing information about what you know to be the dreams, goals, strengths and needs of the people we support.
  • Mediates between participants and the environment assuring that the least restrictive environment is available in order to help the participants improve capabilities for independence.
  • Responsible for the general upkeep of the program.
  • Will display a positive and professional attitude in their interactions with participants, families, other employees, and other persons with whom their work with The Arc of High Point, might bring them in contact with.
  • Since DSPs focus on providing individualized supports for people with disabilities, the job varies depending on the needs and wants of the person being supported. DSP work can include assistance with education, home care, basic health and hygiene, transportation, housing, family services, vocational training, rehabilitation, or simply helping people integrate into their local community.
  • Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a persons home, in their familys home, an employment site at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. These jobs provide rewarding work that benefits people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their communities.
Acts as an advocate for participants to protect their legal rights.
Assist and support people to realize their goals and attain personal outcomes.
Assist and support people to develop and/or maintain a social and natural support network.
Assist and support people to maintain their health and wellbeing.
Assist and support people to utilize the community and its resources.
Assist and support people to direct their services and make informed choices in all aspects of their life.
Assist and support people to have a safe environment in which to live and work, free of abuse, neglect and exploitation.

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Direct Support Professional • High Point, NC, US

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