Direct Support Professional

Description

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities? We have wonderful opportunities to work in our Residential Services programs making a positive impact and difference in the lives of children with an Autism diagnosis.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide direct care for the individuals served...following resident's Individual Plan of Care (IPC), policies and procedures, emphasizing non-averse, positive programming and interactions.
• Provide support services for residents, staff, and facility
• Transport/accompany residents to/from school, dining facility, and planned activities
• Safely operate facility vehicle(s) as qualified and required Documentation of care, services, and daily activities in a timely manner
• Responsible for cultivating and sustaining a healthy environment in the home(s), as well as maintenance of the home, property, and upkeep of company vehicle

**Note: This is not an exhaustive list of required duties.

COMPETENCIES: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to people with respect for their individuality

EXPERIENCE: Experience in residential care preferred

QUALIFICATIONS: Computer skills preferred

EDUCATION/LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required BS/BA in Human Services field preferred.
• A valid Alabama driver's license and must be insurable through the agencies insurance carrier

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Must be cleared through the Dept. of Human Resources Child Abuse & Neglect Registry as well as the ABI/FBI and pass all required pre-employment and background screening
• Must be certified or certifiable in CPR, First Aid, Managing Crisis Safely (MCS), and Medication Assistance Certification (MAC)

Note: Various shifts available subject to the needs of the program

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma required; BS or BA in human services field preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• Prefer one year of experience in child and/or adolescent MI and/or ID residential care.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• A valid Alabama driver’s license and must be insurable through Glenwood contracted insurance company.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Communication and interpersonal skills required. Computer skills preferred.

*EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled*