Direct Support Professional I
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6 Full-time 7 hours ago Full Job Description At Options For All (OFA), full-time employees are eligible for 100% COMPANY PAID medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Qualifying dependents are eligible for 100% COMPANY PAID dental and vision benefits as well as 50% COMPANY PAID medical coverage.
Coverage is effective on your first day of hire! We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to work with our consumers while gaining experience across several of our programs and work with an experienced team that loves what they do.
We encourage applications from all communities including black, indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, neurodiverse, and people with disabilities.
POSITION SUMMARY Under direct supervision of the Area Manager and/or Case Manager, the Direct Support Professional I (DSP-I) provides direct support and instruction to consumers with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) within our Independent/Supported Living Skills (ILS/SLS), Community Engagement (CE), Tailored Day Service (TDS), and Supported Employment programs.
Areas of instruction include:
on-the-job support, household maintenance, money management, academic support, access and use of community resources, meal planning and preparation, health and safety, grooming and hygiene support, and functional skills and activities of daily living support.
These services may be delivered in-person or virtually depending on the consumer's needs and/or preferences, and as directed by the supervisor.
This is considered a full-time position and requires a minimum of 30 hours of work per week.
OBJECTIVES 1.
Provide support to consumers in assigned program 2.
Provide direct support and supervision to consumers in community settings, home environments, and at job sites, in-person and/or virtually (virtual service is determined by the management team) 3.
Model appropriate behavioral and functional life skills for program consumers 4.
Provide support and instruction to enhance each consumer's ability to reach individual goals and/or achieve a higher level of independence 5.
Maintain the health and safety of program consumers at all times RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Provide direct service that is customized to each consumer's needs and goals 2.
Deliver curriculum and activities according to the person-centered service model, adjusting as needed 3.
Build and maintain effective relationships with program consumers, families and stakeholders 4.
Provide applicable and pertinent updates for assigned consumers for each delivery of service 5.
Track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals by completing daily case notes for consumers in database management system 6.
Complete all required billing support documentation and reports for assigned consumers 7.
Effectively communicate verbally and/or in writing any notable information on consumer service delivery or changes to the Area Manager and/or Case Manager in a timely manner 8.
Maintain confidentiality of consumer files, records, and OFA proprietary information 9.
Document daily consumer progress toward achievement of goals and objectives 10.
Other duties as assigned SKILLS AND ABILITIES 1.
Creative approaches to deliver program activities and planned curriculum outlined in each consumer's Individual Support Plan (ISP) and/or Positive Behavioral Intervention (PBI) plan 2.
Display fundamental behavioral support skills in supporting individuals with disabilities (i.
e.
, prompting, cues, fading, reinforcing, redirecting) 3.
Provide transportation during program for each consumer as assigned 4.
Implement, follow, and document work and community training schedules for consumers 5.
Assist consumers with their self-help needs, including support in the areas of eating, rest rooming and grooming, using universal precautions and best practice 6.
Intervene and diffuse escalating behavioral situations as necessary, using non-violent crisis intervention methods, prioritizing the safety of consumers and staff 7.
Provide the appropriate level of supervision to consumers according to individual needs and environments 8.
Conduct monthly safety drills with consumers and maintain the health and safety of consumers Minimum Qualifications 1.
H.
S.
Diploma or equivalent 2.
Fundamental skills in supporting people with I/DD (in-person and/or virtual) 3.
Basic tech skills (mobile phone use, email, Microsoft, Zoom, electronic database systems) Employment Requirements 1.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record 2.
Ability to conduct in-person and virtual program services and activities 3.
Ability to work with individuals with unique physical, emotional, social and vocational needs 4.
Ability to communicate professionally, both written and verbal 5.
Ability to take direction and work as a part of team and independently 6.
Successful completion of all required trainings PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires the employee to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
The employee must be capable of writing, using a computer keyboard, telephone and related office equipment.
Ability to lift 10lbs.
required.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will experience normal office conditions with a well-lighted work area and minor noise from standard office equipment.
Per California's Department of Public Health order for our industry, full COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
6 Full-time 7 hours ago Full Job Description At Options For All (OFA), full-time employees are eligible for 100% COMPANY PAID medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Qualifying dependents are eligible for 100% COMPANY PAID dental and vision benefits as well as 50% COMPANY PAID medical coverage.
Coverage is effective on your first day of hire! We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to work with our consumers while gaining experience across several of our programs and work with an experienced team that loves what they do.
We encourage applications from all communities including black, indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, neurodiverse, and people with disabilities.
POSITION SUMMARY Under direct supervision of the Area Manager and/or Case Manager, the Direct Support Professional I (DSP-I) provides direct support and instruction to consumers with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) within our Independent/Supported Living Skills (ILS/SLS), Community Engagement (CE), Tailored Day Service (TDS), and Supported Employment programs.
Areas of instruction include:
on-the-job support, household maintenance, money management, academic support, access and use of community resources, meal planning and preparation, health and safety, grooming and hygiene support, and functional skills and activities of daily living support.
These services may be delivered in-person or virtually depending on the consumer's needs and/or preferences, and as directed by the supervisor.
This is considered a full-time position and requires a minimum of 30 hours of work per week.
OBJECTIVES 1.
Provide support to consumers in assigned program 2.
Provide direct support and supervision to consumers in community settings, home environments, and at job sites, in-person and/or virtually (virtual service is determined by the management team) 3.
Model appropriate behavioral and functional life skills for program consumers 4.
Provide support and instruction to enhance each consumer's ability to reach individual goals and/or achieve a higher level of independence 5.
Maintain the health and safety of program consumers at all times RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Provide direct service that is customized to each consumer's needs and goals 2.
Deliver curriculum and activities according to the person-centered service model, adjusting as needed 3.
Build and maintain effective relationships with program consumers, families and stakeholders 4.
Provide applicable and pertinent updates for assigned consumers for each delivery of service 5.
Track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals by completing daily case notes for consumers in database management system 6.
Complete all required billing support documentation and reports for assigned consumers 7.
Effectively communicate verbally and/or in writing any notable information on consumer service delivery or changes to the Area Manager and/or Case Manager in a timely manner 8.
Maintain confidentiality of consumer files, records, and OFA proprietary information 9.
Document daily consumer progress toward achievement of goals and objectives 10.
Other duties as assigned SKILLS AND ABILITIES 1.
Creative approaches to deliver program activities and planned curriculum outlined in each consumer's Individual Support Plan (ISP) and/or Positive Behavioral Intervention (PBI) plan 2.
Display fundamental behavioral support skills in supporting individuals with disabilities (i.
e.
, prompting, cues, fading, reinforcing, redirecting) 3.
Provide transportation during program for each consumer as assigned 4.
Implement, follow, and document work and community training schedules for consumers 5.
Assist consumers with their self-help needs, including support in the areas of eating, rest rooming and grooming, using universal precautions and best practice 6.
Intervene and diffuse escalating behavioral situations as necessary, using non-violent crisis intervention methods, prioritizing the safety of consumers and staff 7.
Provide the appropriate level of supervision to consumers according to individual needs and environments 8.
Conduct monthly safety drills with consumers and maintain the health and safety of consumers Minimum Qualifications 1.
H.
S.
Diploma or equivalent 2.
Fundamental skills in supporting people with I/DD (in-person and/or virtual) 3.
Basic tech skills (mobile phone use, email, Microsoft, Zoom, electronic database systems) Employment Requirements 1.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record 2.
Ability to conduct in-person and virtual program services and activities 3.
Ability to work with individuals with unique physical, emotional, social and vocational needs 4.
Ability to communicate professionally, both written and verbal 5.
Ability to take direction and work as a part of team and independently 6.
Successful completion of all required trainings PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires the employee to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
The employee must be capable of writing, using a computer keyboard, telephone and related office equipment.
Ability to lift 10lbs.
required.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will experience normal office conditions with a well-lighted work area and minor noise from standard office equipment.
Per California's Department of Public Health order for our industry, full COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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