Self-Direction Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Position Overview :

Position Overview :

Under the supervision of the Self-Direction participant and / or designee, the Direct Support Professional provides support in the home or community setting that promotes success at the highest level of independence possible.

This will include but not be limited to : teaching and reinforcing a wide range of daily living skills, promoting independence, prevent and responding to crisis situations appropriately, encouraging self-advocacy and facilitating the development of natural supports.

All services will be provided in collaboration with program participants and their service plan, utilizing a person-centered approach.

Requirements :

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following :

• Establish respect and develop relationships with individuals using a person-centered approach. The Direct Support Professional will become familiar with an individual by getting to know them through assessment, observation and discovery.
• Provide evaluation of the person’s skills and capacity for skill development in their home and in their community.
• Provide teaching and assistance as needed to complete a daily living task or skill such as; cleaning, laundry, cooking, personal care, banking, etc.
• Promote advocacy with the individual by seeking out services, promote choice, and assist in their understanding of rights and responsibilities.
• Assist the individual with communication with their support team including their families, natural supports and community resources.
• Respond to crisis situations by using good judgment through prevention, intervention, resolution, and reporting to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the individual.
• Maintain necessary records and documentation for each consumer served.
• Submit monthly notes by the 5th of each month to be reviewed by the participant and designee.
• Report all incidents to Central New York Quest’s Director of Programs and follow incident reporting procedures as outlined in Central New York Quest’s policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of all work related information.
• OPWDD and agency training requirements must be maintained. Submit training certificates to the Fiscal Intermediary.
• Act in a manner consistent with Central New York Quest’s Mission.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
20 days ago