Direct Support Professional
Company: VersAbility Resources
Location: Newport News
Posted on: March 12, 2023
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Job Description:
LOOKING FOR APPLICANTS WHO CAN WORK A SCHEDULED SHIFT ON
WEEKENDS
Position Purpose:
The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing
rehabilitative services and supports to adults with disabilities
within a multi-task environment which may include community living,
day support, and pre-vocational and vocational settings.
Primary Duties:
Assists the Manager with the development and implementation of
plans documenting/calculating individual with disability program
data in support of their plans through plan reviews and
training
Maintains accurate notes on no less than a daily schedule
Provide direct support to assigned individuals. This may include
skill building, assistance with basic needs, self-advocacy
training, communication assistance, vocational training and various
rehabilitative services and supports
Upon successful completion of VersAbility's Medication
Certification, administers medication
Directly responsible for assisting individuals in meeting personal
needs, such as eating, personal hygiene (including using the toilet
and cleaning themselves and their surroundings afterwards).
Supervise and support individuals in doing as much as possible for
themselves
Respects and supports the rights, responsibilities, privacy and
dignity of individuals with disabilities
Completes written reports, as necessary. Examples are Incident,
Injury, Seizure, and Vehicle Accident reports
Responsible for following behavior plans and using adult, positive
behavior interventions and supports. May be required to use
Non-violent Physical Crisis Intervention as a last resort when the
individual's behavior endangers the safety and/or well-being of
themselves or others
In emergency or medical situations, provide First Aid, CPR, and/or
Non-violent Physical Crisis Intervention as needed
Maintain accurate, legally compliant daily attendance, time, and
other records for assigned individuals where applicable and in
strict compliance with local, state and federal law
Assure daily organization and cleanliness of area
Directly responsible for own health, safety and security and the
health, safety and security of assigned Individuals and
visitors
Directly responsible for maintaining all certification and training
requirements
Adhere to all policies and procedures of VersAbility Resources
May be required to transport individuals and to physically assist
individuals into and out of transportation
Provide support for community integration efforts and HCBS Rights
Compliance
Other duties as assigned
COVID-19 Considerations: Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations is required
for employment. Masks are required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to foster positive relationships
Ability to meet medical needs of individuals
Ability to meet psychological needs of individuals
Ability to multitask
Ability to manage work/priorities
Skill with written communication
Skill with oral communication
Skill with interpersonal relationships
Education:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Specific rehabilitative education or
training beyond high school is preferred. A degree in Psychology,
Rehabilitative Services or Social Services is optimal.
Experience:
Three years successful work experience with people with
developmental disability is preferred or a combination of education
and experience.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate
the following competencies to perform the essential functions of
this position.
Accountability: Exhibits a willingness to accept responsibility and
be held accountable for actions
Attention to Detail: Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when
accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved
Collaboration : Works to produce mutually beneficial outcomes.
Promotes collaborative work situations
Initiative: Willing to do more than is required or expected in the
job. Goes beyond expectations in the assignment task or job
description without being asked
Innovation : Applies original thinking in job responsibilities and
to improve processes, methods, systems, or services.
Communication: Communicates effectively in all forms
Passion for the Individuals We Serve- Exhibits through actions and
words a passion for excellence for the individuals served by the
organization
Professionalism : Thinks carefully about the likely effects on
others of ones words, actions, appearance, and mode of behavior
Quality : Produces results or provides service that meets or
exceeds company standards
Reliability : Demonstrates a high level of dependability in all
aspects of the job
Customer Focus: Knowing the (internal and external) customer
business needs and acting; accordingly, anticipating customer
needs, and giving high priority to customer satisfaction and
customer service
Teamwork: Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward
a common goal, and contributing to team development and effective
team dynamics
Environmental:
The incumbent may work in a variety of settings including, but not
limited to; an industrial production setting under a variety of
conditions including an office environment, and industrial
production facility, warehouse, and outdoors. The work requires
some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking
over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending,
crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities;
recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as personal
computers and record boxes. The work may require specific, but
common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above
average agility and dexterity. Must be able to lift at up to 50
lbs., bend through a full range of motion, and stand for extended
periods of time.
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Keywords: VersAbility Resources, Newport News , Direct Support Professional, Other , Newport News, Virginia
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