Residential Direct Support Professional

Responsibilities:

Be familiar with individual’s IPOP, Life Plan, Staff Action Plan, Behavior Plan, etc.in order to understand how care is managed.
Assist individuals with ADL and other independent living skills in accordance with plan documents. This assistance may take the form of full support, partial support or verbal prompting, as well as behavioral interventions as indicated in the behavior management plan. These tasks may include grooming, toileting, showering, housekeeping, budgeting, shopping, etc. all according to the support needs of each individual being supported.
Promote and advocate for individualized services and implementation according to the outlined plan.
Ability to follow a computer documentation program, in order to chart outcomes and observations including but not limited to staff action plans, behavior data, sleep charts, log books, etc.
Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individual.
Insure protective oversight is provided to individuals in accordance with their Plan of Protective Oversight.
Ability to move and stand for prolonged periods and frequently perform physically demanding tasks including: (and then use the list that’s already there)
Accompany individuals on community outings.
Communicate with other program staff via the communications log book and attendance at staff meetings.
Work collaboratively with other members of staff in maintaining a positive, encouraging environment to support the individuals.
Adhere to all federal, state and city regulations regarding service provision and documentation.
Report all incidents as per HASC Center policies and procedures.
Conduct fire drills and document results in accordance with supervisor’s instructions.
Attend staff meetings and trainings on an on-going basis to increase knowledge of the individuals and best practices.
Take all required trainings and maintain all certifications and driving authorization.
Ability to push people in wheelchairs.
Transport individuals in agency vehicles, as needed.
Adhere to all HASC Center policies as outlined in the Policy and Procedure manual, included but not limited to, maintaining a Kosher home environment along with a Jewish environment as our individuals expect.
A residential support professional may be required to report to alternate work locations (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.)
Perform additional duties as they exist or may change as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Experience:

A High School Diploma or GED is required; some college is a plus
Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Basic written and verbal communication
Basic Computer knowledge
Valid NY State Driver’s License may be required depending upon the position
Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Willing to take initiative