JOB DESCRIPTION

Direct Support Professional

Residential/Apartment Program

Position Summary: Assist the Community Living Managers in the supervision and training of residents and in the operation of the group home (GH)/Apartment program.

Qualifications: Minimum high school diploma; experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred; excellent driving record.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

A. AGENCY

1. Performs essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
2. Knows and complies with all required policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines of Target and has a clear understanding of the specific regulations used in their department. Follows regulations and guidelines when carrying out duties and responsibilities.
3. Successfully completes all required in-service trainings and completes re-certifications as required; demonstrates a clear understanding of the issues presented in trainings; is eager to expand knowledge; keeps current with relevant changes and take appropriate steps to obtain needed information.
4. Performs duties in accordance with the philosophy, mission, and goals of the agency.
5. Works as a professional collaborative with all internal and external stakeholders in modeling a safe, supportive, and respectful demeanor, ensuring the highest quality services to all Target participants.
6. Takes appropriate action based on circumstances; provides pertinent and comprehensive information to supervisory personnel.
7. Demonstrates the ability to manage personal time by being punctual and gives sufficient notice to immediate supervisor in case of tardiness or absenteeism per Target’s Attendance Policy.
8. Acts as an appropriate role model and representative of Target as an agency as well as those employed by Target and those served. Choose appropriate personal attire based on the circumstances. Maintains appropriate overall appearance and demonstrates proper personal hygiene per Target’s Attire and Grooming Policy.
9. Demonstrates a willingness to perform all essential duties and job functions with the safety of the participants and self as a top priority; adheres to and complies with all safety guidelines taught in trainings.

B. DIRECT CARE

1. Assist the Community Living Managers in providing direct services and training to residents or provide substitute coverage.

a) Assist residents in their daily personal care and grooming, including taking care of body, hair, teeth, and clothing, etc.

b) Assist residents in the development of leisure-time activities and recreation by participating in these activities. Leisure and recreation should be and are done outside of what is on the Service Implementation Plans (SIPs).

c) Assist managers in implementing behavior and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Programs.

d) Maintain a family-type atmosphere for residents.

e) Assist residents in maintaining contact with family and friends by telephone and/or mail.

f) Encourage residents to share their experiences in the day program with other residents and staff.

g) Assist Community Living Managers with making medical, dental, and psychological appointments, and other special services available to residents as needed.

2. Maintain close contact with house staff to assure a unified, consistent training program for residents.

3. Complete thorough and detailed service logs in the CIMS portal for each participant as scheduled in a timely manner. Document all medical and behavioral data as necessary on CIMS in a timely manner.

4. Assist with the maintenance of the residence by following the schedule of daily chores, the training of clean-up skills, and other tasks needed to provide a safe and pleasant environment for residents.

5. Be able to communicate instructions and directions to the clients in a manner that is easily understandable. This requires fluency in speaking the primary language of the participants.

6. Position requires the ability to stand, bend, reach, lift 50 pounds, maneuver wheelchairs, and perform safe transfers of individuals. Also, the ability to restrain as trained a participant per their behavior plan.

7. Demonstrate a willingness to perform essential job functions and duties with the safety of the clients and self being a top priority and adhere to and comply with all safety guidelines taught in trainings.

8. Attend all scheduled meetings.

9. Maintain a current Certification Medication Technician (CMT) license as well as remain compliant with nursing care plan and behavior plan training.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties as assigned by the Community Living Manager(s) and/or the Community Living Director.

SUPERVISION: Supervised by the Community Living Manager(s) and/or Community Living Director.

EVALUATION: After an initial three-month period, then annually thereafter.

TERMS: This is a Class 2, non-exempt, full-time, or part-time position based on needed coverage. Evenings and weekends may be required. This position is considered “essential” to maintain operations and services to participants.

Scheduled hours and placement within the residential program may fluctuate to meet the needs of the individuals served. Duties may fluctuate depending on the needs of the site. Accrued paid time off (PTO) must be approved by the Director prior to use per Target’s policy. I understand that while employed by Target Community amp; Educational Services, Inc. I will not use a company vehicle for personal use.

Benefits: All full-time employees working at least Sixty hours per pay period are eligible for health, vision, and dental benefits in addition to paid time off. Both full and part-time employees are eligible for retirement and Sick amp; Safe Leave.